Land Surveyor in Training

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) supports professional land surveying projects through a combination of field surveying, survey computations, data processing, drafting, research, and project coordination. The successful candidate may have already passed the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination or must be willing to work toward passing the FS examination and ultimately obtaining Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure in Alaska. The position requires a developing understanding of surveying principles and the ability to apply those principles to boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys under the responsible charge of a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS). This position requires a combination of office and field survey work. The employee must be capable and willing to travel to remote and urban project locations and spend extended periods in the field performing survey work as project needs require. 

Work elements further define the expectations associated with this role. The employee is expected to progressively assume greater responsibility for survey calculations, field and office assignments, project coordination, and preparation of survey deliverables while developing the knowledge and experience necessary to progress toward Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure.

Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region.

Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Essential Functions

• Assist with planning and execution of survey projects, including boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys. 

• Perform field surveying independently or as part of a survey crew and provide field leadership when assigned. 

• Travel to project sites throughout Alaska and other locations as required, including assignments requiring overnight stays and extended periods away from the normal duty station. 

• Work independently or as part of a survey crew in remote locations and varying weather and terrain conditions. 

• Operate and maintain survey equipment such as GNSS/GPS receivers, robotic total stations, levels, and data collectors. 

• Perform survey computations, data reduction, coordinate geometry, adjustments, and quality-control checks. 

• Interpret engineering plans, construction drawings, plats, records of survey, legal descriptions, deeds, and other property records. 

• Process field data and prepare survey drawings, exhibits, maps, plats, and other deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D and survey software. 

• Research survey records, property information, rights-of-way, easements, and other information needed to support boundary and design surveys. 

• Coordinate with Professional Land Surveyors, project managers, engineers, construction personnel, clients, and field staff to meet project requirements. 

• Maintain accurate field notes, electronic data, calculations, project records, and documentation. 

• Assist with estimating and development of scopes, schedules, and level-of-effort for survey work. 

• Assist with UAS/drone survey and mapping operations when qualified and develop UAS capabilities consistent with project needs and applicable requirements.

• Ensure compliance with Bristol safety policies, survey standards, project requirements, and applicable professional standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Strong ability to focus on accuracy in survey measurements, calculations, drafting, and record-keeping. 

• Clear verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with field crews, project teams, clients, and other disciplines. 

• Working knowledge of survey principles, boundary concepts, coordinate systems, datums, and standard field and office procedures. 

• Ability to gather and analyze survey data, identify discrepancies, and implement practical solutions. 

• Ability to make sound technical decisions within assigned responsibilities and recognize when review by a PLS is required. 

• Efficiently manages multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining organized project records. 

• Meets project deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality standards. 

• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments and adapt to changing project requirements. 

Required Education and Experience

• Education and/or experience in surveying, geomatics, engineering, engineering technology, construction, or a related field that supports development toward a professional land surveying career. A bachelor’s degree is not required. 

• Demonstrated interest in pursuing land surveying as a professional career and willingness to work toward passing the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination if not already completed. 

• Working knowledge of survey principles, techniques, computations, and modern survey equipment, or demonstrated ability and willingness to develop these skills. 

• Experience with or willingness to learn AutoCAD Civil 3D, survey data processing software, and Microsoft Office products. 

• Valid driver’s license. 

Preferred Education and Experience

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination. Previous land surveying or construction surveying experience. Experience with Alaska surveying, boundary surveys, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Alaska Native Corporations. FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate for operation of small, unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), or willingness to obtain the certificate. Experience with UAS/drone-based aerial mapping, photogrammetry, or survey data collection. Demonstrated commitment to progressing toward Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure. 

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position requires both office and field work. The amount of field work will vary depending on project workload and may constitute a significant portion of the employee’s duties. 

• Must be willing and able to travel for survey assignments, including assignments requiring overnight stays and extended periods away from the employee’s normal duty station. 

• Field assignments may occur in remote areas of Alaska and may involve travel by commercial or small aircraft, boat, off-road vehicle, or other means appropriate to the project location. 

• Must be capable of working outdoors for extended periods in varying weather, terrain, and environmental conditions. 

• Position may require overtime and work schedules that vary based on project requirements, travel, weather, and field conditions. 

• Field work may involve proximity to moving mechanical parts and vehicles, uneven terrain, construction activities, high places, and varying weather conditions. 

• Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases, or poor ventilation. 

• Position requires close visual acuity for survey instruments, computer work, plan review, drafting, and extensive reading. 

Physical Qualifications 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.

• Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.

• Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform the above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

• Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Benefits 

Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance, plus 401(k) plan with employer match.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 

Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.

Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.

Disclaimer 

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at-will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.