Instrument Person - UMIAQ Design

Location: Nuiqsut

** Overview*
* UMIAQ Design is seeking a survey Instrument Person to support the survey projects at Alpine on the North-Slope of Alaska. As an Instrument Person, works on a tow to three-person team to assist collecting field data used for creating maps, plans, and construction documents. The position will work year-round in the field often using GPS, traditional, and level survey equipment.

The UMIAQ Design survey team is actively working on many exciting long term design projects. The survey AutoCAD will work on a rotation 2 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation with a small team of professionals in a collaborative office setting located in Alpine, Alaska.

** Responsibilities*
* Essential functions will include:

+ Field Equipment Operation:

+ Set up, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment in the field.

+ Ensure all instruments are functioning properly and adjust as needed for accurate readings.

+ Use GPS systems to position survey markers and benchmarks at designated locations.

+ Support for Party Chief:

+ Help establish and mark reference points on the ground and assist in staking out construction or development sites.

+ Work alongside the Party Chief to verify and check measurements and other critical data.

+ Conduct field reconnaissance to identify survey landmarks and control points.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

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** Technical Proficiency:
** Familiarity with variety GPS, traditional, and leveling surveying equipment

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** Attention to Detail:
** Ability to perform accurate measurements and calculations.

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** Physical Stamina:
** Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and navigate rough or uneven terrain.

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** Problem-Solving:
** Ability to identify and resolve issues in the field to ensure accurate data collection.

** Qualifications*
* Minimum Qualifications:

+ Associate's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or a related field; or three years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Physical and Mental Demands:

+ Must be able to travel to remote project locations using various modes of transportation, including aircraft, boats, snow machines, four-wheelers, and other off-road vehicles.

+ Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

+ Must be able to walk and work on unimproved terrain and active construction sites, often in varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

+ May require travel to remote areas of Alaska throughout the year.

+ Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures as low as
-50°F.

+ Field assignments may involve exposure to harsh weather, rugged terrain, and limited access to amenities.

+ Work may be conducted in both indoor office settings and outdoor field environments, including active construction sites.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.

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