Survey Crew Chief

Overview

Lead survey crew for topographic, boundary, LiDAR, UAV and construction projects

Key Responsibilities

• survey tech
• client liaison
• team leadership
• safety protocol
• staff mentoring

Tasks

-Communicate with the project team and client to understand the goals, challenges, schedule, budget, and expectations of a project -Build client relationships -Lead field team to achieve client & project objectives -Follow prescribed safety practices for Land Surveying -Supervises, mentors and coaches jr. field staff -Operates advanced survey technology including GPS, Robotic Total Stations, digital and differential levels, UAV, high-definition scanners and data collections devices -Wear personal protective safety gear most of the day -Drive a passenger vehicle

Requirements

• 5+ years
• lsit
• pls
• trimble
• autocad
• driver's license

What You Bring

-Ability to physically carry 30 to 60 pounds of equipment multiple times a day, occasionally lifting up to 75 pounds -Willingness to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions -Minimum five years' experience as a Survey Crew Member/Chief with the ability to become a licensed Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) and obtain future licensure as an New York Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) -Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment and independently -Prior experience as a crew chief required -Maintain a current driver's license in good standing and able to operate company owned vehicles -Ability to interpret design and construction plans -Proficiency with the Trimble family of surveying equipment is a plus -Move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces -Willingness to work overtime as needed -Demonstrates good verbal and written communications skills -Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, Carlson and Inroads software is a plus

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Benefits

Salary Range: $27 - $38 per hour Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. We offer the opportunity for involvement in a wide variety of surveying assignments for land surveying, civil engineering, architectural and environmental projects. This is a full-time land surveying position, performing field and office duties including but not limited to: boundary, topographic, ALTA/ASCM land title, construction staking, terrestrial LiDAR and UAV/drone surveys. This is a professional path position that provides the opportunity to earn a Professional Surveying License. -Team Building Events -Short & Long Term Disability -Wellness Program -401k Plan with Employer Match -Leadership Development Program -Paid Time Off -Fitness Reimbursement -Profit Sharing -Health/Dental Insurance -Tuition Reimbursement -Referral Bonus Program -Community Service Events -Flexible Work Schedule

About Labella Associates

-Began as a civil engineering shop in Rochester, NY and has grown into a full‑service design professional corporation. -Expanded across North America and Europe—serving Spain, the UK, Romania, Germany, India and more—while maintaining focus on public and private sector projects. -Remains strongly connected to civil engineering projects such as water treatment plants, highways, stormwater systems, and public facilities. -Provides expertise spanning architecture, MEP, landscape architecture, wetlands ecology, structural engineering, transportation, and grant administration. -Balances technical rigor with civic impact through projects like trails, parks, athletic fields, utility systems, renewable energy, and large‑scale municipal infrastructure. -Adopts a collaborative, comprehensive approach managing planning, design, permitting, inspection, and commissioning.

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