Party Chief at TranSystems Corporation in Fort Worth, Texas

Job Description:

We are excited to share once again TranSystems has been recognized as a top 100 design firm by Engineering News-Record in 2023.   For more than 50 years, TranSystems has committed to a mission of performing engineering and architectural planning, design, and construction solution services in a manner that is both safe and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and client requirements.  At TranSystems, we have established and continue to nurture a culture that is committed to providing quality services for our clients.  We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Responsibilities

What you'll be challenged to do:

Organizes and maintains field-survey-crew efficiency in completing specific jobs

General Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

• Plans, organizes, direct and reviews work of one or more survey personnel engaged in surveying earth’s surface to
  
  determine precise location and measurements of points, elevations, lines, areas, and contours for construction,
  
  mapmaking, or land division.


• Researches and interprets previous survey evidence, maps, deeds, physical evidence, and other records to obtain data
  
  needed for property boundary surveys.


• Accurately calculates, records and reviews field gathered data so the information is clear and understandable.


• Reviews job specifications and prepares the best method of completing the field work in an efficient and safe manner.


• Ability to properly supervise the field personnel daily activity for efficiency and safety purposes.


• Determines methods and procedures for establishing or reestablishing survey control.


• Keeps accurate notes, records, and sketches to describe work performed.


• Be familiar with and able to mentor the proper usage of all survey instrumentation.


• Be confident enough in one's self and decisions to communicate effectively and deal with problems or people with little
  
  guidance from Registered Land Surveyor.


• Ability to use various amount of survey codes depending on clients standards. Ability to mentor the process of using
  
  linking codes to establish line work in the field for post process purposes.


• Ability to understand and use field and office CADD software to analyze field gathered input prior to provide data to
  
  CADD Technician for mapmaking.


• Ability to enter storm pipes and inlets; use tools such as shovels, sledgehammer, pick, cutting and power tools.


• Coordinates and reviews the work of survey technician (S1) and or Instrument Technician (S2).

Qualifications

What you bring to our firm:

• This position requires at least 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of
  
  education and experience.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,various survey documentation and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Handwriting skills and drafting knowledge need to be legible and neat in appearance for field notes.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and calculate traverse lines and general differential level runs. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.


• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word software; CADD Drafting/Survey software; and Internet software.


• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.


• Actively advocates for full inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that TranSystems serves.

What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm:

• Professional Registration recommended but not required.


• Certified Survey Technician Certification Level 3 or higher is recommended, but not a requirement.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts by roadway, major highway and rail traffic, working in timber and brush areas and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Frequently required to travel for extended periods of time.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and drive a motor vehicle. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus of survey instrumentation

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment


• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.


• 401(k) company match


• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.


• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.


• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

 

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

Recruiters or staffing agencies: TranSystems is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a TranSystems employee without 1) a current, fully-executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position (as a search) via our applicant tracking solution.

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