Surveyor II - Instrument Technician

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Surveyor II- Instrument Technician responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Operate and maintain all technical surveying instruments and measuring devices needed to complete different types of survey assignments for pipeline projects
• Place marks, stakes, pins, and monuments
• Drive stakes to fix survey points and determine location data to be placed on stakes
• Measure distances using survey tape and be able to accurately read
• Obtain data pertaining to angles, distances, elevations, and descriptions and attribute various surveying instruments
• Verify levels, alignment, and elevation of items to be constructed
• Perform routine analysis to check applicability, accuracy, and reasonableness of data
• Compile notes, sketches, and records of data obtained and work performed, and keep same in a field book
• Reduce and plot survey notes
• Participate in basic layout and field engineering activities
• Perform maintenance of field equipment and maintain supplies for survey crew
• Work with the Party Chief to meet the goals of the project in a safe and efficient manner

Physical Qualifications:

• ­Ability to walk and climb over rough terrain and withstand working outside for up to 8-12 hours in varying temperatures
• Must possess manual dexterity with the physical ability to work in situations which require bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and lifting/carrying items up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to carry survey equipment that is up to 48 inches in length
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Protective eyewear, gloves, mask) and other safety equipment required by the company guidelines and procedures

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Minimum of 2 years pipeline surveying experience.  Previous Mott MacDonald experience preferred
• Familiarity with commonly used surveying terms and with the use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment used for measuring, sighting, and leveling
• Familiarity with and proficiency in the operation of survey equipment such as the Total Station/Data Collector, Level, and various Global Positioning System (GPS) methods
• Familiarity with the latest software for downloading survey data from data collectors
• Strong work ethic and team-player attitude
• Strong technical, documentation, and organizational skills
• Successful completion of the pre-employment fitness-for-duty physical, background check and drug screen
• Valid driver's license
• Must be willing to travel

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law. 
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence