Survey Field Technician

GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking a Survey Field Technician to work with our Pittsburgh Power and Energy Market Sector within our Power & Energy Business Unit. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-oriented environment that will support professional growth and development.

General Characteristics

• Begins to develop advanced field operations skills; possesses computer skills good visual and hearing skills follows procedures; good organizational skills; working in weather conditions (extreme heat cold etc.); works with safety in mind must be flexible with work hours and willingness to travel up to 100% during the week days and occasional weekend travel and/or work able to do physically demanding work; ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. routinely; ability to walk for lengthy periods.

Physical Requirements

• Travel requirements: 95%
  • Travel details: Willingness to travel up to 100% during weekdays; Occasional weekend travel and/or work may also be required.
• Lifting/maneuvering requirements: Up to 35lbs.
• Exposure to outdoor elements: approximately 75% of the day
• Walking long distances outdoors on uneven terrain: approximately 75% of the day
• Operating mid-size or full-size trucks offroad in various weather conditions: approximately 75% of the day
• Climbing walking bending navigating construction landscapes: approximately 75% of the day

Minimum Experience

• 2-3 Years of Experience

Education

• H.S. Graduate

Certification/Licensure

• Drivers License

Technical Responsibilities

• Leads effective safety talks able to coordinate with office personnel on group assignments Able to conduct QMS on survey activity for group including horizontal and vertical measurement accuracy general understanding of coordinate geometry Must know survey nomenclature should understand how to download or transfer files from the data collector able to operate total stations data collector etc.; intermediate GPS/Survey skills; ability to set up tri-pods levels solid understanding of equipment usage including calibration and care of delicate and expensive equipment; must have a steady hand and allow for proper measurements required for survey technical work; must be able to occasionally work at heights in certain environmental conditions wade through water; ride in a boat; swimming skills (Preferred); ability to safely use hand tools etc.

Project and Task Management

• Begins to lead tasks.

Management Supervision and Guidance

• Able to lead crews up to two other people.
• Can work independently or lead crews when necessary.

Communication Teamwork and Leadership

• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff communicates effectively with clients field representatives able to motivate others ability to function positively in a team environment able to keep teams working harmoniously.

Why GAI

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work grow your career and make a real impact in communities nationwide. Youll join a collaborative multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering planning and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation infrastructure power and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues youll help move projects from vision through construction creating solutions that keep people moving power essential systems and support responsible development.

At GAI youll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity respect and shared success with the flexibility resources and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits wellness programs and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S. GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams supported by the stability resources and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:ââ

Competitive Pay & Recognition

• Marketbased competitive compensation
• Performancedriven recognition and development bonuses

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

• Medical dental and vision plans
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Meaningful WorkLife Balance

• Generous paid time off 7 paid holidays
• Anadditionalfloating holidayuse it for what matters to you
• Paid maternity paternity and adoption leave

Growth Learning & Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Support and rewards for professional development and certifications

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