Survey Technician
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
Company:Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc.
Locations:Richmond VA
Additional Locations:Virginia statewide
Work Site:On Site
Req ID:223390
Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc. a Davey company is seeking an entry-level (0 to 2 years of related experience) Survey Technician to join our team in Richmond Virginia.
Job Duties
- Working in a team environment
- Assisting in the performance of wetland locations tree surveys topographic and bathymetric surveys natural and cultural resource surveys construction surveys etc.
- Capture land information precisely to ensure that development schedules are maintained and projects stay within budget
- Assist in summarizing and reporting on observations and data collected in the field
- Operate state-of-the-art survey equipment
- Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains
- Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work
- Properly and safely drive operate and maintain vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs and boats)
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Ability to perform arithmetic operations geometry and trigonometry computations
- Willingness to regularly travel regionally to support projects outside the Washington D.C. metropolitan area
- Ability to work safely and independently in the outdoors under a wide range of conditions and weather types
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D Land Desktop and GIS a plus
- Ability to work independently and with a team
Preferred
- Associates or Bachelors degree in surveying environmental sciences forestry wildlife management arboriculture or a related discipline is a plus
- ISA Certified Arborist Additional Information
Additional Information
What We Offer:*
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.
- Group Health Plan.
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend.
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.
- Charitable matching gift program.
*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.
Company Overview
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company is a leader in the natural resource environmental and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.
Divisional Overview
The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class including race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression national or ethnic origin marital or familial status disability status as a protected veteran status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person or other classification protected by law.
Wetland Studies and Solutions Inc. a Davey company provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville Virginia. TheDavey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential utility commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients each other and the world around us. We offer the resources size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career theres a place for you at Davey. To learn more visit .
Accommodations:If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
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Employment Type:Permanent
Job Type:Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 50%
Required Experience:
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About Company
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