The purpose of Survey Instrument Operators at Team Fishel is to assist the Survey Crew Leader on projects by performing all related work to conducting surveys, including the responsibility of ...
The purpose of Survey Instrument Operators at Team Fishel is to assist the Survey Crew Leader on projects by performing all related work to conducting surveys, including the responsibility of ...
Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator
Worthington, OH · On-site
$21 - $23/hr
Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Field Crew Chief and Field Crew Manager, the Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator will be responsible for ...
Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator
Worthington, OH · On-site
$21 - $23/hr
Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Field Crew Chief and Field Crew Manager, the Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator will be responsible for ...
EMH&T is currently looking for an Instrument Operator to join our Survey team based in our Columbus, OH office. This full-time role works under the direction of the Crew Chief, supporting the land ...
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EMH&T is currently looking for an Instrument Operator to join our Survey team based in our Columbus, OH office. This full-time role works under the direction of the Crew Chief, supporting the land ...
EMH&T is currently looking for an Instrument Operator to join our Survey team based in our Columbus, OH office. This full-time role works under the direction of the Crew Chief, supporting the land ...
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EMH&T is currently looking for an Instrument Operator to join our Survey team based in our Columbus, OH office. This full-time role works under the direction of the Crew Chief, supporting the land ...
Survey CAD Technician
Columbus, OH · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
Communicate effectively with office staff, land surveyors, and field instrument operators. Requirements & Qualifications * Experience: 2+ years of prior land survey drafting and/or CAD experience ...
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Survey CAD Technician
Columbus, OH · On-site
$65K - $75K/yr
Communicate effectively with office staff, land surveyors, and field instrument operators. Requirements & Qualifications * Experience: 2+ years of prior land survey drafting and/or CAD experience ...
RODMAN - SURVEY
New Albany, OH · On-site
This full-time role assists survey operations in the field under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief or a Survey Instrument Operator. You may be responsible for assistance with site construction ...
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RODMAN - SURVEY
New Albany, OH · On-site
This full-time role assists survey operations in the field under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief or a Survey Instrument Operator. You may be responsible for assistance with site construction ...
RODMAN - SURVEY
New Albany, OH · On-site
This full-time role assists survey operations in the field under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief or a Survey Instrument Operator. You may be responsible for assistance with site construction ...
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RODMAN - SURVEY
New Albany, OH · On-site
This full-time role assists survey operations in the field under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief or a Survey Instrument Operator. You may be responsible for assistance with site construction ...
Train, mentor, and develop instrument operators and field technicians to improve crew performance and technical capability. What You Will Bring: * Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA ...
Train, mentor, and develop instrument operators and field technicians to improve crew performance and technical capability. What You Will Bring: * Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA ...
Train, mentor, and develop instrument operators and field technicians to improve crew performance and technical capability. What You Will Bring: * Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA ...
Train, mentor, and develop instrument operators and field technicians to improve crew performance and technical capability. What You Will Bring: * Certified Survey Technician certification, OSHA ...
Surveying Technician
Columbus, OH · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
Survey basemaps * Easement exhibits for utility projects Collaboration * Partner with surveyors, field instrument operators, and office staff * Clearly communicate project specifications, updates ...
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Surveying Technician
Columbus, OH · On-site
$65K - $80K/yr
Survey basemaps * Easement exhibits for utility projects Collaboration * Partner with surveyors, field instrument operators, and office staff * Clearly communicate project specifications, updates ...
Responsibilities include operating electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto-level and other surveying instruments. * Reads, reviews, and interprets maps, drawings and diagrams. * Sets and ...
Responsibilities include operating electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto-level and other surveying instruments. * Reads, reviews, and interprets maps, drawings and diagrams. * Sets and ...
Responsibilities include operating electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto-level and other surveying instruments. * Reads, reviews, and interprets maps, drawings and diagrams. * Sets and ...
Responsibilities include operating electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto-level and other surveying instruments. * Reads, reviews, and interprets maps, drawings and diagrams. * Sets and ...
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Job description
Location
Columbus PSG, OH
Market
Surveying & Engineering (PSG)
Who is Team Fishel?
Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We're industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?
Description
Team Fishel, the Best Choice for Utility Construction and Network Installation, is hiring Survey Instrument Operators for our Surveying & Engineering division in the Columbus, Ohio office . This division is part of Team Fishel's strong and growing Professional Service Group (PSG). The right Teammate for this job will have excellent advancement opportunities.
The purpose of Survey Instrument Operators at Team Fishel is to assist the Survey Crew Leader on projects by performing all related work to conducting surveys, including the responsibility of directing yourself to perform tasks in the field, provided by the Survey Crew Leaders. A successful Teammate will be accountable for timely communication with Crew Leaders on project status, and any additional issues encountered while performing field work.
Responsibilities
R equirements & Qualifications
Bilingual English/Spanish experience is a plus
Team Fishel will provide training for specific job functions for this position.
Benefits
Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!
Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.
EOE/DFWP
Columbus PSG, OH
Market
Surveying & Engineering (PSG)
Who is Team Fishel?
Since 1936, we've been the Best Choice in utility engineering and construction. Safety is our top priority and is key in everything we do. We're industry professionals driven by high performance for our customers and each other. Interested in joining our Team?
Description
Team Fishel, the Best Choice for Utility Construction and Network Installation, is hiring Survey Instrument Operators for our Surveying & Engineering division in the Columbus, Ohio office . This division is part of Team Fishel's strong and growing Professional Service Group (PSG). The right Teammate for this job will have excellent advancement opportunities.
The purpose of Survey Instrument Operators at Team Fishel is to assist the Survey Crew Leader on projects by performing all related work to conducting surveys, including the responsibility of directing yourself to perform tasks in the field, provided by the Survey Crew Leaders. A successful Teammate will be accountable for timely communication with Crew Leaders on project status, and any additional issues encountered while performing field work.
Responsibilities
- Understand and execute task orders provided by Crew Leaders and office Teammates
- Maintain vehicle and field equipment
- Exercise safety requirements and professionalism on all projects
- Timely preparation of daily reports and other required paperwork
- Establish plans and strategies to maximize use of field equipment and personnel on a daily basis
- Know principals of staking and marking, k now basic sources of measurement errors
- Performs other duties as assigned
R equirements & Qualifications
- Valid drivers license with clean background check and drug screening required
- Ability to read maps, enjoy and be proficient with navigation using electronic mapping/navigation devices
- Telecom Construction & Gas pipeline experience is preferred, specifically with OQ tasks such as line/utility locating
- Enjoy working outdoors, and potentially walking up to ten (10) miles a day
- Possess good interpersonal skills, effective written and oral communication skills and demonstrate q uality field note taking & survey documentation
- Must be able and willing for the possibility of some travel
Bilingual English/Spanish experience is a plus
Team Fishel will provide training for specific job functions for this position.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
- Profit Sharing
- Paid Leave Benefits
- Teammate Assistance Program
- Learn more ( Español )
Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our Teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan!
Join Team Fishel, your future and your team.
EOE/DFWP
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Industry
Construction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Columbus, OH, US
Year founded
1936