Civil Field Specialist

JOB SUMMARY
The Survey Specialist/Technician is directly responsible for performance of fieldwork and data processing/management in the Survey & Mapping Group of Civil Field Services. This is a fieldservice position responding to survey and mapping requests for all Southern Company affiliates.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collection of survey data in the field using a total station, level, or GPS equipment.

• Construction verification oversight for assigned construction projects.

• Troubleshooting equipment problems in the field.

• Accurate recording and reporting of technical data as it pertains to specific surveyproject specifications.

• May be responsible for supervising 1 to 3 employees immediately involved in an assigned project.

• Experience with hydrographic survey, laser scanning and unmanned aerial surveys is aplus.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education &

Work Experience:

Qualifying education or proven experience in participating and/or directing in survey field crew,including:

• Land and topographic surveys using GPS or conventional total station equipment

• Construction layout surveys

• Locating and running control to project area

• Processing and downloading data. Providing data to analyst for mapping

• Understanding of best practices related to differential leveling

• Ability to effectively communicate schedules and expectations to internal customers,such as plant managers, project engineers and other team members

• Training of less experienced crew personnel

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of survey methods and standards

• Thorough knowledge of all appropriate safety rules and environmental regulations

• Be able to effectively communicate using Microsoft office products such as Outlook,Excel, Word

• Maintain appropriate administrative records such as timesheets, expense accounts,daily reports, field worksheets, etc.

• Ensure that fieldwork is performed in accordance with client guidelines and all standards, specifications, and codes.

• Ability to work consistently with no direct supervision

• Experience in operation and maintenance of survey equipment (including instrument,data collector, and personal computers)

• Ability to obtain DOT certified driver's license and vessel operator license

• Possession of the above licenses at the time of application is preferred but not required

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license in Georgia, Mississippi, and/or Alabama is preferred. PLS license is required to be considered for an exempt Specialist position.

BEHAVIORAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Demonstrate Southern Company values – safety first, unquestionable trust, superior
performance, and total commitment

• Strong work ethic and ability to work and problem solve with limited supervision

• Safety focus and a strong personal safety record