What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Aide IV position at Centerpoint Energy?
CenterPoint Energy is looking for Survey Aide IV to join our Surveying and Right of Way Field Operations Team, located in Houston, TX.
You will have the ability to: serve as a survey crew member supporting and performing a wide variety of survey functions to determine the precise location of property boundaries and CNP facilities with the measurement of lines, area, contours, elevations, angles and points for a variety of purposes. Assists with recording and compiling data, notes and sketches to describe field work performed.
We want you to know
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Diversity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to you
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Subsides metro and parking discounts
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution with immediate 100% vesting.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Works closely with the Party Chief to observe, review, and evaluate each job for safety, expectations, solutions, and problem solving
- Directs other members of the Survey Team to expedite each project by determining equipment, procedures, and safety issues each day.
- Calculates survey positions using algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
- Operates Global Positioning Systems, Total Stations, Automatic and Digital Levels, and Chaining Measurements.
- Determines data accuracy, anomalies, and corrections.
- Transfers data through numerous electronic mediums.
- Cares and maintains survey vehicle and equipment including daily cleaning and adjustment.
- Drives survey vehicle to and from job sites.
Your background includes:
- Requires a high school diploma or GED
- Requires two (2) years of experience on a survey crew, observing and recording all types of measurements with total stations, sub-surface locating devices, global positioning devices and standard surveying equipment.
A bonus to have:
- CST Certification
