Survey Crew Chief

Acorn Engineering, Inc., a Maine-based, 100% employee-owned civil engineering, land surveying, and landscape architecture firm has a full‑time opportunity for a Survey Crew Chief in their Portland office. Responsibilities Responsibility For Field Party/ Data Collection Strong Communication with PLS / Project Team Data Organization for Office Use/Interpretation Duties are Largely Performed in Field Setting Field Work in Maine Weather Rain or Shine General Equipment Maintenance/Care Acorn’s current projects Rural & Urban Boundary Surveying Construction Layout ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys Floodplain and Watershed Restoration Elevation Certificates Stream Crossing/Bridge Surveys This is an exciting opportunity to assist a small (but growing) land surveying department with a variety of tasks. We offer opportunities to grow professionally, volunteer, collaborate on exciting projects and develop lasting relationships both inside and outside of our firm. We look to empower our employees and provide them with the tools to be successful. Capabilities and Credentials 5 years of industry experience preferred Strong verbal and written communications skills Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions, to perform tasks independently and to produce neat and accurate reports Robust understanding of boundary evidence collection Robust understanding of construction layout Ability to correctly understand & perform COGO/survey calculations in field Understanding of Carlson Software is preferred, but not necessary Ability to collect data to client or company standards Ability to effectively communicate with crew members, clients, & project team. Compliance with company/site, and OSHA safety standards Must be able to work outdoors, on busy construction sites, exposed to environmental conditions including heat, cold, precipitation and noise. Ability to Keep Equipment/Truck in working order and communicate to manager when issues arise. Robust knowledge of Traditional Traverse Techniques, Base and Rover GNSS Data Collection Knowledge and applications required Knowledge of Reality Capture Data Collection Techniques and applications preferred Ability to review and edit field data in collaboration with project team. Basic knowledge of CAD, other Engineering/Technical skills preferred Willingness to learn and apply new techniques Ability to lift 50 lbs Valid driver’s license required Compensation 3-4 Week Time Off Package + Paid Company Holidays Health insurance and flexible spending account Short Term, Long Term and Life Insurance Paid Family Leave Year-end bonus Employee Stock Ownership Plan Candidate Application and Evaluation Please include cover letter stating qualifications and detailing how your past work experience makes you the best candidate for this position. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Please email your resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io. Learn more about Acorn Engineering by following #acornseedtosite on Instagram and LinkedIn. #J-18808-Ljbffr