Survey Party Chief

Overview

The Party Chief is responsible for leading survey crews and overseeing field operations to ensure accurate data collection and project completion in accordance with project requirements. This position works under the direction of the Project Manager, serves as a liaison between FSC and clients, and is responsible for the safety of the crew, equipment, and vehicles.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the survey crew to ensure work is completed accurately, safely, and efficiently.
• Coordinate with the Project Manager and/or Project Coordinator to review project requirements, scope, and schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform field surveys as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate and detailed survey data, field notes, and records.
• Maintain an inventory of survey equipment and supplies and report any deficiencies or maintenance needs.
• Ensure the safe operation and proper care of company equipment and vehicles.
• Communicate with clients, inspectors, contractors, and property owners as needed.
• Communicate job requirements, work assignments, and equipment needs to crew members.
• Complete daily field reports, paperwork, and other required documentation.
• Train and provide guidance to Field Survey Technicians.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Pipeline surveying experience is required, including pipeline surveys, as-builts, pipe tallies, and related oil and gas surveying work, including well and pad staking.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a Party Chief.
• Working knowledge of surveying equipment, field operations, and survey calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret surveying plans, including construction and civil plans.
• Proficiency in the operation and basic maintenance of robotic total stations, GPS equipment, electronic levels, and other surveying instruments.
• Experience with plant surveys, topographic surveys, construction staking, and conventional leveling is preferred.

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test and compliance with applicable random drug-testing requirements.

Work Conditions:

• Work in a field environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds

Work Schedule:

• Typical workdays range from 8 to 12 hours, Monday through Friday, with weekend work required as needed.
• Overtime and schedule adjustments may be required on short notice to meet project deadlines.
• Most projects are located in West Texas, with assignments in New Mexico and other states as project needs require.
• Extensive travel may be required depending on project scope and location.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 12.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Land surveying: 3 years (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: On the road