Kansas Action for Children, Inc
Marine Surveyor - 13345
Kansas Action for Children, Inc, Topeka, Kansas, United States,
at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas, United StatesJob Description
Overview
We are seeking a full-time
Marine Surveyor
to join our survey team. In this role, you will be responsible for the field acquisition, processing, and cleaning of multibeam hydrographic survey data as well as towing, launching, operating, docking, and recovering a vessel and participating in and executing quality assurance processes on data collected to assure the standards of Garmin products.
This selected individual can be located anywhere in the continental United States provided you are near a major airport. You will typically travel in 2 week shifts for surveying and return home for 2 weeks to work to clean and prepare the data for the production environment. From there you will travel back out again to survey and so on.
Essential FunctionsResponsible for the transport, launch, and recovery of vessel on various bodies of water across the United States using bathymetric acquisition equipment and utilizing Garmin survey techniques (sometimes up to 8 hours a day)Use hydrographic software to collect, analyze and interpret bathymetric data; conduct post-processing of raw bathymetric data collected during field acquisition and clean post-processed data using third-party softwareOperate/navigate vessel while simultaneously running bathymetric survey equipment and softwarePerform basic maintenance to vessel, engines and generators using established Garmin Survey Team guidelinesCollect Points of Interest (POI) points and photos while on the water and host/categorize them during post-processing of dataIdentify, troubleshoot and communicate issues to Leadership or peers in a timely manner while in the field and office: mechanical, electronic, software, weather, etc.Organize/document data for seamless transition to final productionProvide post-trip constructive feedback and recommendations; ensure expense reports and other requested information are submitted in a timely mannerLearn, understand, and apply established processes to daily tasksMaintain and adhere to DOT guidelines while in the field and in the office, including the E-Log duty status systemPerform routine inspections and maintenance of hydrographic survey equipment including calibration and operation of toolsPerform basic troubleshooting and grow knowledge of how to identify and fix marine engine malfunctions to restore to operating conditionExecute tasks as directed by Leadership or mentorFunction both as an effective team member and as an independent professionalTravel up to 50% (inland U.S and coastal), typically in two-week rotationsBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in cartography, geography, hydrography, oceanography, or related field
OR
a minimum of 4 years experience performing bathymetric surveys using multibeam systems and RTK positioning equipment or a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job descriptionExcellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations to successfully operate Garmin vehicles safely, must have knowledge of all city, federal, and state traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in motor vehicle operationMust pass pre-employment drug screen and physical for DOT regulated positionSwimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditionsAble to lift as much as 55 pounds while using safe lifting techniquesMust possess a basic working knowledge and understanding of hydrography or bathymetric surveyEqual Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
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Overview
We are seeking a full-time
Marine Surveyor
to join our survey team. In this role, you will be responsible for the field acquisition, processing, and cleaning of multibeam hydrographic survey data as well as towing, launching, operating, docking, and recovering a vessel and participating in and executing quality assurance processes on data collected to assure the standards of Garmin products.
This selected individual can be located anywhere in the continental United States provided you are near a major airport. You will typically travel in 2 week shifts for surveying and return home for 2 weeks to work to clean and prepare the data for the production environment. From there you will travel back out again to survey and so on.
Essential FunctionsResponsible for the transport, launch, and recovery of vessel on various bodies of water across the United States using bathymetric acquisition equipment and utilizing Garmin survey techniques (sometimes up to 8 hours a day)Use hydrographic software to collect, analyze and interpret bathymetric data; conduct post-processing of raw bathymetric data collected during field acquisition and clean post-processed data using third-party softwareOperate/navigate vessel while simultaneously running bathymetric survey equipment and softwarePerform basic maintenance to vessel, engines and generators using established Garmin Survey Team guidelinesCollect Points of Interest (POI) points and photos while on the water and host/categorize them during post-processing of dataIdentify, troubleshoot and communicate issues to Leadership or peers in a timely manner while in the field and office: mechanical, electronic, software, weather, etc.Organize/document data for seamless transition to final productionProvide post-trip constructive feedback and recommendations; ensure expense reports and other requested information are submitted in a timely mannerLearn, understand, and apply established processes to daily tasksMaintain and adhere to DOT guidelines while in the field and in the office, including the E-Log duty status systemPerform routine inspections and maintenance of hydrographic survey equipment including calibration and operation of toolsPerform basic troubleshooting and grow knowledge of how to identify and fix marine engine malfunctions to restore to operating conditionExecute tasks as directed by Leadership or mentorFunction both as an effective team member and as an independent professionalTravel up to 50% (inland U.S and coastal), typically in two-week rotationsBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in cartography, geography, hydrography, oceanography, or related field
OR
a minimum of 4 years experience performing bathymetric surveys using multibeam systems and RTK positioning equipment or a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job descriptionExcellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations to successfully operate Garmin vehicles safely, must have knowledge of all city, federal, and state traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in motor vehicle operationMust pass pre-employment drug screen and physical for DOT regulated positionSwimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditionsAble to lift as much as 55 pounds while using safe lifting techniquesMust possess a basic working knowledge and understanding of hydrography or bathymetric surveyEqual Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
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