Survey Party Chief I

Description

• This Position offers a Sign-on Bonus*

About KAEKO:

KAEKO, Inc. is an A/E design firm with expert staff that plans, designs, and executes complex MEP projects in the semi-conductor industry as well as Mechanical and Production Engineering, Civil and Structural for land development projects. Our team includes engineering and design staff in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural and Architectural disciplines.

At KAEKO we strive for the highest level of customer service throughout the entire project life cycle. We believe in managing client expectations through excellent communication. From project kick-off to completion, our team utilizes this approach to deliver projects that exceed expectations.

Requirements

Summary of Position Responsibilities:

KAEKO is seeking a Party Chief I. The Party Chief I has the overall responsibility of performing skilled technical survey work of increasing difficulty as part of a survey crew. The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Directs and mentors Survey Technician I

• Directs and mentors Survey Technician II

• Ensure that survey truck is stocked with necessary supplies and tools.

• Ensure that assigned survey truck is properly maintained.

• Make accuracy and calibration checks and adjustments on equipment used.

• Operates survey equipment on more difficult and exacting survey work.

• Directs all phases of work for field crew.

• Read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications.

• Perform survey calculations needed to conduct surveys.

• Identify and establish project controls.

• Compiles accurate field notes, records and sketches of work performed.

• Works with project stakeholders to establish survey requirements.

• Communicate with crew members to maximize efficiency.

• Communicate project status with Senior Party Chief.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendances.

• Review or check the work product of others.

• Understand and comply with written/oral instructions in the English language.

• Complete forms and report information in standard format.

• Ability to pass background test.

• Ability to travel is a plus.

Minimum Requirements:

• Travel across rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces at construction sites.

• Move objects between 20-50 pounds long distances (20 feet or more).

• Use a 16-pound sledgehammer.

• Walk distances up to a 1/2 mile at a time, up to five miles per day.

• Bend or stoop repeatedly.

• Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.

• Make continuous or repetitive arm-hand movements.

• Work outside in all seasons/weather conditions.

• Work inside on hard surfaces.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum of three to five (3-5) year's survey or related experience.

• Thorough knowledge of construction, boundary, and topographic surveys.

• Thorough knowledge of survey equipment and data collection.

• The ability to adapt to new equipment and technologies.

• Associate degree or technical courses in mathematics or surveying a plus.

• NSPS/ACSM Certified Survey Technician - at least Level 2

• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Carlson preferred.

• Prior Party Chief experience a plus

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.

This position outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted. It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

KAEKO provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, KAEKO complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

KAEKO expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.