Survey Technician

Salary: $28 to $32 Based on Experience

LHC, Inc. has been shaping the landscape in the Flathead Valley and throughout the state of Montana for over 50 years. We are proud to have helped engineer and develop bridges, overpasses, highway systems and building projects in communities across Montana. LHC considers safety as not only a high priority, but a cornerstone in our values and processes throughout our organization. This commitment is driven by the owners, and embraced by management, staff, and crews. We know our people are our greatest asset and believe in providing the opportunity for on-the-job training and a career only limited by you.

We currently have an opportunity for a Survey Technician to join our construction crews. Surveyors play a pivotal role in project layout and completion of projects at LHC. 

 

Key Functions

• Provide precise locations, elevation and depths of roads, building structures, foundations, utilities, project limits and data in all phases of diverse projects. 
• Analyze and apply construction plans to provide accurate data in the field to LHC employees and sub-contractors on multiple job sites 
• Measure distances and angles between points on, above and below the Earth’s surface
• Travel to locations and select known reference points to determine the exact location of important features
• Establish fixed points for use in making maps, using geodetic and engineering instruments
• Properly maintain surveying instruments to ensure accuracy
• Use GPS and GIS systems
• Compute geodetic measurements and interpret survey data in order to determine positions, shapes, and elevations of geomorphic and topographic features
• Analyze survey objectives and specifications in order to prepare survey proposals or to direct others in survey proposal preparation
• Establish stake sites and set job control
• Research land records, survey records and land titles
• Identify evidence of previous boundaries
• Record the results of surveying and verify the accuracy of data

• Prepare plots, maps and reports
• Strict adherence to complying with safety policies and procedure

 

Qualifications

• Grade-setting experience strongly preferred
• Minimum two (2) years of construction experience preferred
• Experience with Trimble GPS software strongly preferred
• Valid Driver’s License
• Willingness to learn

 

Extra Consideration

• Proficiency in Trimble and Top-Con instrumentation 
• Heavy machinery geodetic and UTS guidance experience
• Construction staking and layout
• Part 107 Drone/UAV License
• Pix4Dmapper experience
• GIS experience

 

Specific Skills

• Work safely and follow all safety rules and regulations
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office suite
• Team oriented with the ability to work independently when necessary with minimal direct supervision

 

Physical Requirements

• Capable of lifting 50 to 75 lbs. regularly
• Move safely, quickly, and perform duties with repetitious movement
• Sit and/or stand for long periods of time
• Reach with hands and arms
• Bend at the waist, kneel, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull
• Climb ladders/steps
• Continuous use of hand tools for extended periods of time
• Walk varying distances and on uneven ground at times
• Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, and vibrations

 

Compensation

• Hourly rate of pay $28 to $34 an hour based on experience
• Medical Insurance
  • Year 1 – Employer covers 80% of total (family) premiums
  • Years 2 & 3 – Employer covers 90% of total (family) premiums
  • Years 4 or more - Employer covers 100% of total (family) premiums
• Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Cost Share 50/50
• Ability to purchase Group Life Insurance
• 3 Paid holidays per year (Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day)
• Profit Sharing 401(k) Retirement
• Bereavement Leave - up to 30 hours paid time off for death of immediate family member as defined
• Free Employee Assistance Program - 4 free counseling sessions per issue, per person in household
• Paid continuing education, training and development (as approved by supervisor and manager)

 

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Successfully pass a Pre-employment drug test
• Successfully pass a Pre-Employment Physical

 

 

LHC, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.