Surveying Party Chief II at Farnsworth Group, Inc. in St Louis, MO | Kablio

Role

Description

field notes

data collection

equipment operation

gear maintenance

safety protocols

record research

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes and sketches.
Collect, process, reduce, and download surveying field data.
Communicate with field staff, CAD Technicians, and project managers daily.
Maintain job-specific quality control metrics as defined in the quality manual.
Maintain surveying gear and company vehicles.
Operate, check, and make basic adjustments to robotic total stations, GPS equipment, data collectors, digital levels, metal detectors, tribrachs and tripods.
Follow FGI Safety Protocols and complete daily Job Safety Assessments (JSA)
Research and interpret previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records relative to the conducting of field activities.

Requirements

drone

trimble

autocad

surveyor‑it

6+ yrs

gps

Aerial Drone and/or 3D laser scanning experience
Valid US driver's license & good driving record.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of various surveys (topographic mapping, boundary plats, highway plans, roadway stationing, plan & profile, cross sections, horizontal & vertical curves, construction drawings, as-built surveys, and pipeline plans.
Surveyor-in-Training (LSI, LSIT, SIT) certification
Requires the ability to safely operate and drive company vehicles.
Understand traffic control operations based on field activities.
Advanced understanding of point code-driven linework & construction staking
Advanced knowledge of Trimble surveying instruments & data collectors
Ability to travel (approximately 80%).
AutoCAD C3D and/or MicroStation ORD experience
6+ years of previous surveying experience
High School diploma or equivalent.
Requires lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, hammering, digging, and other physical activities.
Advanced understanding of metes & bounds or the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
Complete math skills, including trigonometry, geometry, algebra, surveying coordinates, and surveying computations.
Previous safety training (OSHA, First-Aid, Confined Space)
Proficient with GPS Systems, Robotic Total Stations, and Data Collectors.
Ability to operate in a mentor/mentee team atmosphere.
Requires the ability to work in various terrain & weather conditions and recognize safety hazards.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of principles for performing basic field activities such as topographic mapping, boundary corner recovery, public land surveys (PLSS), metes & bound surveys, construction surveys, energy projects, and aerial mapping.
Safety-oriented mindset.
Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently, and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds occasionally

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Hybrid Work Program
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Pet Insurance Plan

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

95% Employee Pride

Employee Satisfaction

Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.

2016–2024 Certification

Great Place to Work

Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.

500+ Professionals

Employee Count

A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.

90% Repeat Clients

Client Satisfaction

High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

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Role

Description

field notes

data collection

equipment operation

gear maintenance

safety protocols

record research

Prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes and sketches.
Collect, process, reduce, and download surveying field data.
Communicate with field staff, CAD Technicians, and project managers daily.
Maintain job-specific quality control metrics as defined in the quality manual.
Maintain surveying gear and company vehicles.
Operate, check, and make basic adjustments to robotic total stations, GPS equipment, data collectors, digital levels, metal detectors, tribrachs and tripods.
Follow FGI Safety Protocols and complete daily Job Safety Assessments (JSA)
Research and interpret previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records relative to the conducting of field activities.

Requirements

drone

trimble

autocad

surveyor‑it

6+ yrs

gps

Aerial Drone and/or 3D laser scanning experience
Valid US driver's license & good driving record.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of various surveys (topographic mapping, boundary plats, highway plans, roadway stationing, plan & profile, cross sections, horizontal & vertical curves, construction drawings, as-built surveys, and pipeline plans.
Surveyor-in-Training (LSI, LSIT, SIT) certification
Requires the ability to safely operate and drive company vehicles.
Understand traffic control operations based on field activities.
Advanced understanding of point code-driven linework & construction staking
Advanced knowledge of Trimble surveying instruments & data collectors
Ability to travel (approximately 80%).
AutoCAD C3D and/or MicroStation ORD experience
6+ years of previous surveying experience
High School diploma or equivalent.
Requires lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, hammering, digging, and other physical activities.
Advanced understanding of metes & bounds or the Public Land Survey System (PLSS).
Complete math skills, including trigonometry, geometry, algebra, surveying coordinates, and surveying computations.
Previous safety training (OSHA, First-Aid, Confined Space)
Proficient with GPS Systems, Robotic Total Stations, and Data Collectors.
Ability to operate in a mentor/mentee team atmosphere.
Requires the ability to work in various terrain & weather conditions and recognize safety hazards.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of principles for performing basic field activities such as topographic mapping, boundary corner recovery, public land surveys (PLSS), metes & bound surveys, construction surveys, energy projects, and aerial mapping.
Safety-oriented mindset.
Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds frequently, and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds occasionally

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
Hybrid Work Program
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Professional Development and Training
Mentoring Program
Short & Long-Term Disability
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Pet Insurance Plan

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1973

Year Founded

The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

95% Employee Pride

Employee Satisfaction

Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.

2016–2024 Certification

Great Place to Work

Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.

500+ Professionals

Employee Count

A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.

90% Repeat Clients

Client Satisfaction

High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

Articles

Careers

Trenchless Technology Profile