GPS Technician /Marine Surveyor

Company: Corman Kokosing Construction
Location: Chesapeake
Posted on: May 11, 2020

Job Description:

SUMMARY This position specializes in precise positioning, data acquisition and processing in marine environments. Responsible for all inland hydrographic surveying procedures and data processing techniques. LOCATIONSBaltimore, MD and Norfolk, VAESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.1. Conduct hydrographic surveys in support of dredging, bridge construction, navigation, coastal works, port constructions, etc. 2. Participate in pre-survey planning meetings with project managers, and contractor representatives.3. Sets up, adjusts, and operates survey equipment in order to measure distances, elevations, and angles.4. Gathers survey data utilizing HYPACK/DREDGEPACK software.5. Collects and processes data though the use of Real-Time Kinematic Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and electronic tide gauges.6. Performs complex surveying calculations using engineering calculator, laptop computer, personal computer, and graphics software.7. Demonstrate functional knowledge of survey industry standards and CAD products.8. Operate a survey boat.9. Communicate with clients and personnel, both external and internal.10. Possess average to above average computer skills.11. Maintain log of daily activities.12. Prepares field notes and drawings.13. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITYNoneWORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outdoor weather conditions on a vessel. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee must regularly work or walk on uneven ground or onboard floating equipment. Access and egress to barges, boats and piers requires ability to do so from moving surfaces due to water motion. Must have good vision and hearing for details at close range or in the distance. TRAVEL Travel may be required.REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSESValid state driver's license is mandatory.REQUIRED EXPERIENCEMinimum 3 years of experience in hydrographic surveying, in both single beam and multi-beam hydrography.Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans, Disabled, Minorities and Women encouraged to apply.
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