What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Crew Chief position at Veenstra & Kimm, Inc.?
Veenstra and Kimm, Inc. has been deeply rooted in the upper Midwest since 1961. Our engineers, planners, architects, and surveyors have been offering a full complement of services to our clients since the company’s inception. We have prided ourselves on a high level of commitment to assisting our clients achieve their goals and making their communities a better and safer place to live. Our employees enjoy a flexible, relaxed work environment from which to work and grow. Access and exposure to a breadth of individuals and project types allow for both professional growth as well as personal growth.
Position Description
We are currently seeking full-time SURVEY CREW CHIEFS in our West Des Moines, Iowa; Coralville, Iowa; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Dubuque, Iowa and Rock Island, Illinois offices. Our survey department is vital to assisting engineers on a wide array of civil, municipal and environmental projects.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with clients, contractors, and internal design teams.
- Conduct boundary surveys, topographic/preliminary engineering surveys, and construction staking.
- Operate surveying equipment including GPS rovers, robotic total stations, and automatic levels.
- Visit job sites and other Veenstra & Kimm, Inc. offices as needed to support project efforts.
- Work within project scopes, deadlines, and budgets.
- Quality control for all survey deliverables.
Requirements
- Associate Degree preferred, but not required.
- Three (3) to five (5) years progressive experience preferred.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Intermediate to experienced level of expertise with all major technical aspects of surveying.
- Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, Carlson Surv CE, Trimble Access and Microsoft Office.
- Possess sound communication and writing skills.
- Possess positive organizational skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
- Able to work in a team environment in addition to willingness to work independently.
- Must be able to remove and install manhole lids and intake grates weighing up to 115 pounds.
- Ability to travel at times around Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri. Overnight travel is minimal but occasionally required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
