Senior GPS Technician

Description

• Computes volume of excavations and fills and prepares grading plans used in earthwork operations.
• Assists in preparation of annual GPS budget.
• Edits and synchronize data files then ensure jobsites receive data files by USB thumb drive or through cloud-based applications if applicable to upload into machine programs in a timely manner.
• Uses various modeling software packages to enter required data to generate designs, construction drawings, renderings, report graphics, or other digital images in draft and final format showing profiles and cross-sections, indicating relation of topographical contours and elevations.
• Troubleshoots and provides technical assistance to jobsite leadership on GPS equipment. Coordinates with project managers, superintendents, the equipment department, survey crews, vendors, and customers to schedule work for personnel and equipment.
• Operates GPS surveying tools, such as Trimble GPS base and rover, Trimble 3D Machine Control and eBee X drone, Parrot Anafi USA drone and DJI Mavic 3E to complete topographic mapping surveys.
• Works with project management staff and engineers to obtain CAD files, approved plans, and control points for modeling use, and schedule jobsite visits.
• Leads survey and GPS team to produce drawings in support of civil engineering, mining, and paper plant land projects.

Requirements

• Point manipulation (import/export/rotation/translation).
• Must have and maintain a valid state issued Driver’s License with driving record that meets Saiia’s risk management guidelines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in accordance to urgency.
• Experience with Remote Time Entry.
• Ability to work independently or within a team environment.
• Paper space/model space layout/scaling.
• Proficient in AutoCAD LT and Civil 3D.
• Must be detail oriented and can deal with problems involving several variables in non-standard situations.
• Works outdoors in various types of weather and in office environment.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of takeoff and modeling experience using Trimble Business Center.
• Minimum ten (10) years’ experience as a technician and/or AutoCAD technician or designer positions.
• An associate degree from a technical school or community college in Surveying and / or Computer Aided Drafting software preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret grading plans and specifications.
• Trimble Business Center, Trimble SCS 900 and Trimble Earthworks.
• Familiar with Point Styles and Label Styles.
• Must be flexible to changes in work assignments daily as changes occur in project needs.
• Minimum of seven (7) years experience using AutoCAD LT or Civil 3D in a civil construction environment.
• FAA Part 107 UAS License preferred.
• Proficient with computer systems and MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Surfaces/3D Modeling.
• Strong understanding of surveying mathematics, data adjustment, surface models, analyzing quality of data, and processing data.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Experience with ERP systems. Vista Viewpoint preferred.
• Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal correspondence.
• Ability to use email, smart phone, tablet, or computer to manage company information and documents.
• Must have excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of topographic surveys, construction surveys, and surveys of water sewer & storm drainage.
• Competent in completing field-to-finish processing and mapping of survey data.
• Google Earth Pro, eMotion and AirMap App
• Ten (10) years of grading field experience preferred.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Compensation starting at $31.00/hourly + Overtime, commensurate with experience
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• Group legal plan
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance