Site Engineering Technician

Description <-- Simple Share Buttons Adder 7.4.17 simplesharebuttons.com -->TwitterLinkedinFacebookGooglePinterestemailThe OpportunityThe Site Engineering Technician SET is an essential entry-level position within a Site Engineering team responsible for collection of accurate data for land surveying and mapping construction staking and hydrographic surveys. We are looking to fill positions working on the West side of the Calcasieu River just south of Lake Charles LA. This is an hourly role working for the largest dredging contractor in the United States.About the CompanyGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation is the largest provider of dredging services in the United States. In addition Great Lakes is fully engaged in expanding its core business into the rapidly developing offshore wind energy industry. The Company has a long history of performing significant international projects. The Company employs experienced civil ocean and mechanical engineering staff in its estimating production and project management functions. In its over 135-year history the Company has never failed to complete a marine project. Great Lakes owns and operates the largest and most diverse fleet in the U.S. dredging industry comprised of approximately 200 specialized vessels. Great Lakes has a disciplined training program for engineers that ensures experienced-based performance as they advance through Company operations. The Companys Incident-and Injury-Free IIF safety management program is integrated into all aspects of the Companys culture. The Companys commitment to the IIF culture promotes a work environment where employee safety is paramount.This role is ideal for those interested in starting a career in surveying civil engineering or dredging.Key ResponsibilitiesField Support Transport set up and tear down survey equipment GPS units total stations setup survey vessels etc..Data Collection Hold and stabilize the prism pole or rod at designated locations ensuring accurate vertical and horizontal measurements. Preform hydrographic surveys in areas that are covered by water.Site Preparation Clear brush trees and other debris from survey lines using hand tools machetes brush hooks.Marking Points Set up survey stakes iron rods and flags to mark boundary lines and construction locations.Equipment Maintenance Clean maintain and organize survey tools instruments and the work truck.Data Recording Assist with keeping manual field notes or operating data collectors. Processing survey data into cross sections topography maps etc.Safety Adherence Follow all company safety protocols including wearing required PPE hard hat vest steel-toe boots gloves and safety glasses and working safely near heavy machinery.Qualifications & SkillsEducation Associates degree in Surveying Civil Engineering Land Surveying GeomaticsExperience No prior experience is required this is an entry-level position. Previous experience in construction and a basic knowledge of surveying can be used in Lieu of an Associates degree.Physical Fitness Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions heat cold rain.Physical Stamina Ability to walk long distances over rough uneven terrain and liftcarry equipment weighing up to 25 lbs throughout the day.Technical Aptitude Ability to learn and use or familiarity with basic surveying tools GPS total stations.Soft Skills Strong work ethic reliability punctuality and the ability to work well within a team.Licensing Valid Drivers License.Working Conditions & Physical DemandsOutdoor Environment 100 of work is typically performed outdoors.Physical Effort Extensive walking standing bending and lifting.Hours May require 10-12 hour days.Career Path OpportunitiesSuccessful Survey Rodmen often advance within 1-2 years into our salaried Site Engineer positions.BenefitsCompetitive salary and bonus program401k program that includes 100 company matching of the first 6 of employee contributions with immediate vestingAnnual profit-sharing contributions by the company to participants 401k accounts based on companys annual performanceMedical Dental Prescription Drug Vision Life and Disability insurance plansGreat Lakes Dredge & Dock Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race color religious creed sex including pregnancy childbirth breast-feeding and related medical conditions sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry age mental or physical disability including medical condition military or veteran status political preference marital status citizenship genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.GLDD participates in E-Verify as required by law.Explore transportation and logistics industry job opportunities from Hawaii to Alaska

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