Job Description:

Remote Sensing Technician

Overview

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused onDelivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

The role of the Remote Sensing Tech is to acquire data using multiple tools. Using GNSS and conventional surveying equipment.

Responsibilities

Assisting the survey department when needed by collecting ground control.
• Must hold a Pilot Certificate under Title 14 CFR Part 107 or hold a part 61 Pilot Certificate other than student pilot, complete a flight review within the previous 24 months, and complete a small UAS online training course provided by FAA


• Be in physical and mental condition to safely operate small UAS.


• Perform flight planning


• Conduct in field flight missions


• Execute safety protocols prior to every mission


• Travel to job sites. Some may require overnight stays


• Performing routine LiDAR processing and classification work.


• Using computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software to perform routine mapping.


• Relying on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform functions of the job.


• Performing Quality Assurance/Control on processed data


• Improving project workflow through automation


• Managing, organizing, and archiving large amounts of data


• Identify and map planimetry and breaklines


• Maintain company equipment and instrumentation


• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues


• Project coordination

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
* Equipment experience including: Trimble GPS/GNSS systems, Total Station, and Automatic and Digital Levels
* Land Surveying Projects: GPS/GNSS Control Surveys, GPS/GNSS RTK data collection, Route Surveys, Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Conventional Horizontal and Vertical Control Surveys
* Bachelor's degree in physical/biological/environmental science, engineering or a related field
* Knowledge of field and office surveying methods, practices and mathematical procedures for surveying
* Part 107 certified
* Demonstrated ability to problem solve.
* Capable oral and written communication skills.
* Basic Microsoft Office Skills.
* Must be able to follow directions to support projects timeline and budgets.
* Ability to work on several projects simultaneously.

Required Skills:
* Current CPR and basic First Aid training as required and provided by Quantum Spatial
* Adhere to a strict work schedule, complete tasks as assigned both individually and as a team
* Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment and instrumentation
* Practice good judgment and discretion during travel and at work sites
* Effective technical description (communication and documentation) of instrument and/or mission failures
* Self-reliant working in remote locations and effectively interact with landowners and/or local authorities

Physical Requirements:
* Travel/Field work required 75%
* Involves driving, walking outdoors, lift equipment weighing < 50lbs, sitting for extended periods of time, traveling in inclement weather and/or un-cleared and rough terrain.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, creed, citizenship status, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.