Geomatics Equipment Operator

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's Virginia Beach office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our collabroative team in our Virginia Beach, VA, Cleveland Street office. This individual will provide support to the Geomatics team in the collection of field data and information related to the preparation of survey maps and CAD files.

Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our capabilities!

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, performs various routine surveying tasks, including but not limited to: (e.g., operation, transport and setup of Total Stations, data collectors, GPS, terrestrial scanners, single beam fathometers, multibeam hydrographic systems other surveying equipment). in connection with hydrographic, topographic, boundary, beach monitoring, construction layout, and crane rail surveys.
• Assists the field crew in collecting hydrographic and topographic data.
• Performs land surveying using conventional survey methods.
• Performs construction stakeout of proposed improvements (e.g., installation of stakes using sledgehammers and hand tools).
• Gain exposure to single beam and multibeam hydrographic survey technologies and HYPACK software.
• Assist the crew in performing crane rail surveys.
• Assist with office tasks including, but not limited to CAD drafting, data download, deed and map research, and filing.
• Responsible for inspecting, testing, adjusting, repairing, and overall evaluation of electronic and mechanical instruments. Ensures that inspecting standards and guidelines are followed.
• Maintains proper care of all equipment and vehicles.
• Loads, unloads, and operates equipment. Navigates and traverses' off-site locations with various weather conditions and terrains to transport equipment.
• Performs reconnaissance and recovery of boundary markers through use of hand tools and digging.
• Performs manual labor using a variety of tools to prepare equipment for setup and usage (e.g., digs with shovel, cuts, and removes brush and undergrowth for line of sight).
• Assists in field search of evidence of boundary and easement lines.
• Assists in collecting supplemental survey data and structural elements.
• Documents all phases of survey work through clear field notes and data collection.
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals.
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and VHB policies and procedures.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to operate company vehicles, including large cargo vans. Knowledge of towing a boat is a plus!
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Team-oriented with capability to work independently.
• Ability to identify and seek needed information.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Skills and knowledge must be commensurate with required experience and job level.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, Associates degree preferred
• 0-1 years of land surveying experience
• Must be detail oriented, willing to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements and willing to travel
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

Work Environment

Frequent travel to locations with various weather conditions and terrains. Long hours of field work requiring ability to move (e.g., walk/hike) and lift equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds

We are VHB! We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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