Instrument Operator (Chesapeake, VA)

Job Description

Job Description

Koontz Bryant Johnson Williams (KBJW) is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our dynamic growing team in our Chesapeake, VA office.

Named a 2023 Top Workplace by the Richmond Times-Dispatch, KBJW is a fun, family-oriented business, dedicated to the success of our employees, clients, and our communities. For more than 30 years, we have served as a leading engineering firm in the Mid-Atlantic Region. With our rapid growth and several strategic acquisitions there is an excellent opportunity to begin a fulfilling career at KBJW.

KBJW offers interesting projects, a friendly atmosphere, professional development, and a competitive benefits package. We look for employees who are willing to work hard, solve problems and help us grow.

Position Summary:

The Survey Instrument Operator's primary function is to assist in the collection of field survey data, operation and maintenance of the survey equipment. You will work with the Party Chief to execute the survey work and your crew is responsible for meeting schedules as assigned by your supervisor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate field equipment including, level, GPS, and total station, data collectors.
• Take field notes of readings and observations and draw sketches.
• Maintain vehicle and field equipment.
• Perform field and office calculations and know principles of staking and marking.
• Perform other related field and office duties as assigned.
• Operate, clean, adjust, and maintain survey instruments and equipment; make field notes, sketches, and calculations manually and/or using electronic equipment; drive on paved and unpaved surfaces.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of mathematics through algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• General knowledge of surveying equipment, practices, and principles.
• Basic knowledge of survey theory, including slope reduction and differential leveling.
• Great attitude and a desire to grow professionally.

Physical Requirements:

• Work may routinely (and sometimes extensively) require the employee to sit, stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry field equipment up to 50 pounds.
• The employee must be able to reach with hands and/or arms, and frequently required to hold, handle, or feel a variety of items.
• The employee must be able to work in all types of weather conditions and difficult terrain.
• The employee must be able to see and focus, including with close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as depth vision.
• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• The employee may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day.
• The employee may be exposed to loud or noisy environments.

Why KBJW?

KBJW employees receive competitive compensation as well as the following benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance including health, dental, vision and life.
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work hours
• Profit-sharing and bonuses

KBJW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities as defined by the ADA.