Terrasmart is the leading turn-key solution provider for solar mounting systems. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install solar mounting systems for commercial and utility scale projects. As a specialist in ground mount, roof mount, and custom designed specialty solar structures, we focus on providing best-in-class solar racking systems and project management capabilities to serve owners and integrators.
Terrasmart is an exciting and dynamic place to work, with a wide range of career opportunities. If you are looking to have a meaningful career with purpose, it's time to consider joining the Terrasmart team as a Solar Field Survey Technician I!
Position Summary
As a Solar Field Survey Technician I at Terrasmart, you will be working outdoors in different locations supporting the construction of large-scale ground mounted solar developments. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years' experience performing stakeout with GPS and Robotic Total Stations. Familiarity with Trimble products is preferred. This position requires minimal experience, so candidates with little to no survey experience are encouraged to apply.
Primary Responsibilities (Essential Duties)
Conduct daily equipment inspections, perform preventative maintenance, and operate all vehicles and equipment within safe limits as set by manufacturers recommendation or local law to minimize the risk of injury or property damage.
Attend all pre-shift safety and production meetings according to schedule, participate in daily team stretching exercise, and support end of day site clean-up.
Responsible for the safe operation of all Survey Staff and temporary laborers working on assigned field projects, facilitates weekly on-site safety meeting ("toolbox talk") for field assistants, collects daily safety paperwork from field assistants (JSAs).
Ensures assigned field projects and the services delivered to the client adhere to Company quality standards.
Coordinate with Logistics Manager, Drafting Manager, and Survey Manager regarding job schedule, client interfacing, necessary project digital files, travel arrangements, and material delivery on assigned field projects.
Interfaces with clients' field representatives to coordinate site layout, job schedule, safety requirements, site flow, material delivery and laydown areas.
Responsible for site setup, control recovery and GPS calibration for assigned field projects.
Responsible for providing accurate stake out points (within /- .02 usft for both N/S and E/W coordinate) and accurately set leg elevations (within /- .02 usft for Cut/Fill value) as per design file.
Extensive travel from worksite to worksite across assigned region and on occasion across the country.
Demonstrate positive team behavior that contributes to efficiency, productivity, safety, and quality.
May operate remote controlled tracked vehicles.
Complete all required or directed training, certification, licensing, and other learning and development as assigned.
Abide by all Federal, State, and local laws; uphold and maintain accountability to all Company policy.
Other duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Additionally, the physical demands and the work environment typically encountered are listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
**Sponsorship not available for this opportunity**
Education / Experience
1 Years of Experience as a Survey Technician preferred
Technical Skills Familiarity of tablet or iPhone technology, Google Earth, blueprint reading
Licenses / Certifications OSHA 10
Physical Requirements
Able to work outdoors in uncovered areas exposed to varying elements, allergens, weather conditions, temperatures, and wildlife.
Able to stoop, kneel, bend, or twisting at the waist, and walk on uneven, graded, or slippery ground condition.
Able to stand to for up to 10 hours per day.
Able to lift and carry up to 60 lbs. unassisted.
Able to be routinely exposed to loud noises (100 dB).
Able to work in sustained extreme temperatures (hot and cold).
Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and managers.
Work Conditions
Environment: Outdoors
Travel: 100%
Why Terrasmart?
Outstanding Employee Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, 401(k) with company match
Meaningful Work in the Renewable Energy Industry
Team-oriented culture
Opportunities for career development and advancement
Work/Life Balance
Please visit our website to learn more about our organization: https://www.terrasmart.com/
Integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on hiring and developing the best talent available and creating a rewarding, challenging and safe workplace for everyone. We are a team-based organization. We listen carefully to our people and to our clients so we can build an organization that meets their needs and exceeds their expectations. We are committed to our customers and our employees and helping them grow to their fullest potential. Surpassing our competition has made us the industry leader; a position we will strive to enhance.
EEO and ADA
Terrasmart is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Terrasmart will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.
