The Senior Surveyor is the expert in and leads other in operating Survey and Positioning equipment ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
The Senior Surveyor is the expert in and leads other in operating Survey and Positioning equipment ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
Surveyor II
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Perform survey data processing and review of field work for projects. * Compile topographic ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Surveyor II
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Perform survey data processing and review of field work for projects. * Compile topographic ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Surveyor II
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Perform survey data processing and review of field work for projects. * Compile topographic ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Surveyor II
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$18 - $25/hr
Perform survey data processing and review of field work for projects. * Compile topographic ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Professional Land Surveyor
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$72K - $95K/yr
Serve as the Surveyor of Record and provide professional oversight for surveying services in ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Professional Land Surveyor
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$72K - $95K/yr
Serve as the Surveyor of Record and provide professional oversight for surveying services in ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
We're hiring a Survey & 3D Scanning Technician to travel to Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and industrial facilities and capture the real world using survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser ...
We're hiring a Survey & 3D Scanning Technician to travel to Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and industrial facilities and capture the real world using survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser ...
Professional Land Surveyor
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$72K - $95K/yr
Serve as the Surveyor of Record and provide professional oversight for surveying services in ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Professional Land Surveyor
Little Rock, AR · On-site
$72K - $95K/yr
Serve as the Surveyor of Record and provide professional oversight for surveying services in ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Professional Land Surveyor, Department Manager
Cascade, MT · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
Professional Land Surveyor / Survey Department ManagerGreat Falls, Montana | Relocation Assistance ... Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and ...
Professional Land Surveyor, Department Manager
Cascade, MT · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
Professional Land Surveyor / Survey Department ManagerGreat Falls, Montana | Relocation Assistance ... Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and ...
Surveyor III - LSIT
Ontario, CA · On-site
$102K - $161K/yr
The Project Surveyor is the primary hands-on lead for specific projects, responsible for executing ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Surveyor III - LSIT
Ontario, CA · On-site
$102K - $161K/yr
The Project Surveyor is the primary hands-on lead for specific projects, responsible for executing ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
The Hydrographic Survey Technician will perform all assigned tasks to the best of their ability ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
The Hydrographic Survey Technician will perform all assigned tasks to the best of their ability ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
We're hiring a Survey & 3D Scanning Technician to travel to Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and industrial facilities and capture the real world using survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser ...
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We're hiring a Survey & 3D Scanning Technician to travel to Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and industrial facilities and capture the real world using survey equipment, mobile mapping systems, and 3D laser ...
Surveyor III - LSIT
Ontario, CA · On-site
$102K - $161K/yr
... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ... GEOSPATIAL/SURVEYING PRACTICE We are a national leader in implementing straightforward approaches ...
Surveyor III - LSIT
Ontario, CA · On-site
$102K - $161K/yr
... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ... GEOSPATIAL/SURVEYING PRACTICE We are a national leader in implementing straightforward approaches ...
Lead Remotely Operated Surveyor
Morgan City, LA · On-site +1
$68K - $93K/yr
The Remote Operated Survey Lead is responsible for leading and executing complex surveys and ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
Lead Remotely Operated Surveyor
Morgan City, LA · On-site +1
$68K - $93K/yr
The Remote Operated Survey Lead is responsible for leading and executing complex surveys and ... Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea ...
Oil and gas works! Experience can work in lieu of degree Key Responsibilities Measure and track ... a Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Measurer, or similar role Strong background in field-based ...
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Oil and gas works! Experience can work in lieu of degree Key Responsibilities Measure and track ... a Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Measurer, or similar role Strong background in field-based ...
Entry Level Land Surveyor
Gainesville, VA · On-site
$46K - $59K/yr
Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a member of a survey crew assisting in the ... Experience with Electric Transmission and Oil and Gas Transmission projects a plus. Don't meet ...
Entry Level Land Surveyor
Gainesville, VA · On-site
$46K - $59K/yr
Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a member of a survey crew assisting in the ... Experience with Electric Transmission and Oil and Gas Transmission projects a plus. Don't meet ...
Entry Level Land Surveyor
$46K - $59K/yr
Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a member of a survey crew assisting in the ... Experience with Electric Transmission and Oil and Gas Transmission projects a plus. Don't meet ...
Entry Level Land Surveyor
$46K - $59K/yr
Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a member of a survey crew assisting in the ... Experience with Electric Transmission and Oil and Gas Transmission projects a plus. Don't meet ...
Project Surveyor
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
DESCRIPTION The Project Surveyor is the primary hands-on lead for specific projects, responsible ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Project Surveyor
Santa Ana, CA · On-site
$135K - $156K/yr
DESCRIPTION The Project Surveyor is the primary hands-on lead for specific projects, responsible ... oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a ...
Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
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Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
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Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
Land Survey Crew Chief
Gillette, WY · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
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Land Survey Crew Chief
Gillette, WY · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
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Land Survey Crew Chief
Greeley, CO · On-site
Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking Benefits: * 401(k) match * Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid) * Dental insurance (Currently 100 ...
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Job description
The Senior Surveyor is the expert in and leads other in operating Survey and Positioning equipment in a safe and efficient manner, and maintaining and repairing all electronic censoring, associated with survey equipment.
Offshore position located in the Gulf of Mexico and other remote global locations. Ability to travel domestically and overseas as assigned.
REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
- Five (5) to Eight (8) years' experience in the Survey or Geoscience industry as a Survey Professional
- Must have or be able to obtain TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) - US
- Must be able to obtain a valid Passport and any other regionally mandated offshore work requirement documents as appropriate.
DESIRED:
- Two (2) year Technical Degree or higher in field of study preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent desired
- Current security clearance or ability to obtain security clearance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS :
Team Leadership/ Decision Making/ Planning and Organizing/ Developing Others:
- Expresses pride in the group and encourages people to feel good about their accomplishments.
- Shares knowledge and resources and encourages the same of others.
- Ability to make objective decisions timely and effectively.
- Skill to recognize when decisions or information should be referred to a higher authority.
- Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
- Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others.
- Ability to conduct training for an appropriate audience.
Health and Safety/ Technology/ Stress Management/ Flexibility:
- Knowledge of methods and techniques used in safety inspections and accident prevention.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of safety and health as it relates to employees and the public.
- Skill to work effectively under pressure.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments as well as adverse conditions such as weather, equipment problems and job conditions.
- Have a good sense of direction (able to self-navigate).
- Be able to perform basic field calculations.
- Ability to use various information technology systems required for successful job performance.
Client Focus/ Communication/ Ethics and Integrity:
- Ability to determine and meet customer needs
- Ability to promote and be accountable for quality customer service
- Respond to clients in a positive and truthful manner
- Solves customer problems quickly and effectively
- Ensures that regular and consistent communication takes place within area of responsibility
- Maintain inter-office and project confidentiality
- Respond politely to members of the community
- Working as a team member/ getting along with co-workers
- Responding in a positive manner to supervision
Working Conditions
- Outdoors and indoors, day and night, as well as over/near water.
- Requires working on or near moving equipment and vibrating equipment.
- Frequently the humidity is above 90%, noise is over 85 decibels and the light is intense/glare.
- Potential exposure to open fire/flames/sparks.
- Constant exposure to airborne dust, fumes, and gases.
- Work surface is stable, height is elevated.
Benefit Statement
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Expert in and leads others in installing, calibrating, and operating surface and subsea sensors for the real-time position determination of vessels and remotely operated vehicles below the water.
- Expert in and leads others in operating equipment to include cameras (video and still), acoustic positioning systems, sonars, subsea tooling, surface positioning systems.
- Knowledge of Surveyor data collection and analysis process.
- Expert in and leads others in how to maintains of parts and supplies inventory.
- All other duties assigned.
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Headquarters location
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Year founded
1964