At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our philosophy is "To find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best."  Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, OR, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water resources projects nationwide. DEA’s multi-disciplinary teams partner with clients to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. The firm has 20 offices in seven states and employs roughly 650 people firm wide.  DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design firms in the US.

David Evans and Associates, Inc. Marine Services Division is looking for a Hydrographic Project Manager, located in either Gulfport, MS, or Vancouver, WA.  Our Hydrographic Project Managers actively participate in: business development, client interaction, managing project execution, scope and budget; estimating projects; coordinating, managing and conducting field operations; overseeing and assisting with data processing efforts; managing risk to crew and equipment; QA/QC; keeping abreast with changing technology; strategic planning; and maintaining good relations with clients and staff. The scope would cover a wide range of hydrographic and marine geophysical services with a primary focus on multibeam bathymetric surveys. Additional duties would include guidance, leadership, coaching, and mentoring to the Marine Services staff.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong project management skills
• Sound business acumen
• Ability to use some or all of the following: Reson multibeam systems, Applanix POS/MV positioning and motion reference system, EdgeTech side scan sonars and similar sonar instrumentation
• Familiar with NOAA and USACE specifications for hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of 10 years of experience managing, estimating, conducting and processing hydrographic surveys
• Minimum of five years of experience in successfully managing people and helping them achieve their maximum potential
• Must be self-motivated, detail oriented and safety conscious
• Strong working knowledge of Windows-based programs, as well as hydrographic data acquisition software including Hypack, SonarWiz, Applanix POSPac, and CARIS HIPS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Geomatics, or related science field
• Strong working knowledge of geodesy
• NSPS/THSOA Hydrographer Certification or IHO Category A Hydrographer
• Licensed Professional Land Surveyor

Benefits:

 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay
• 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

 

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

 

Apply online at:  https://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk06/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=DEAINC&cws=37&rid=2886

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) our philosophy is "To find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best."  Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, OR, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water resources projects nationwide. DEA’s multi-disciplinary teams partner with clients to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. The firm has 20 offices in seven states and employs roughly 650 people firm wide.  DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design firms in the US.

 

DEA is currently seeking a Hydrographic Technician to be assigned to our Gulfport, MS office but will travel to locations such and work aboard the survey vessel Blake to support hydrographic projects.  As a Hydrographic Technician your responsibilities will be diverse and will include assisting DEA hydrographers in conducting single beam, multibeam, and side scan sonar surveys.  Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to data acquisition aboard survey vessels, trailering vessels, maintaining safe and efficient operations, equipment maintenance, maintaining accurate survey logs, data processing and other duties as directed by hydrographers.

Basic Qualifications:

·         Familiar with a variety of the field’s basic concepts, practices and procedures to the completion of assignments.

·         Project experience in land or hydrographic surveying

·         Generally will have 1 or more years of relevant experience.

·         Good communication skills

·         Valid driving license with clean driving record

·         Must be detail oriented, team player, safety conscious, and able to manage multiple work assignments

·         Ability to safely haul, maneuver, and back trailers

·         Boating and nautical skills and hold, or ability to obtain, state boating license

·         Ability to perform physical labor to support offshore operations

·         Ability to travel and work 12 hour shifts aboard a vessel for a 20 day duration

·         Experience with Microsoft Office software

 

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Marine Science or related science field

·         USCG license

·         Project experience with multibeam or single beam hydrographic surveys

·         Familiar with NOAA and USACE standards for the conduct of hydrographic surveys

·         Experience with Hypack, CARIS HIPS and Chesapeake SonarWiz software

 

Benefits:

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

·         Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay

·         401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

 

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

 

Apply online at:  http://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk06/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DEAINC&cws=39&rid=2733

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA) our philosophy is "To find outstanding professionals and give them the freedom and support to do what they do best."  Since its founding in 1976 in Portland, OR, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water resources projects nationwide. DEA’s multi-disciplinary teams partner with clients to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of each project. The firm has 20 offices in seven states and employs roughly 650 people firm wide.  DEA is an employee-owned corporation and consistently ranks among ENR’s Top 100 Pure Design firms in the US.

 

DEA is currently seeking a Hydrographic Technician to be assigned to our Vancouver, WA office but will travel to locations such as our Gulfport, MS office to work aboard the survey vessel Blake and other locations to support hydrographic projects.  As a Hydrographic Technician your responsibilities will be diverse and will include assisting DEA hydrographers in conducting single beam, multibeam, and side scan sonar surveys.  Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to data acquisition aboard survey vessels, trailering vessels, maintaining safe and efficient operations, equipment maintenance, maintaining accurate survey logs, data processing and other duties as directed by hydrographers.

Basic Qualifications:

·         Familiar with a variety of the field’s basic concepts, practices and procedures to the completion of assignments.

·         Project experience in land or hydrographic surveying

·         Generally will have 1 or more years of relevant experience.

·         Good communication skills

·         Valid driving license with clean driving record

·         Must be detail oriented, team player, safety conscious, and able to manage multiple work assignments

·         Ability to safely haul, maneuver, and back trailers

·         Boating and nautical skills and hold, or ability to obtain, state boating license

·         Ability to perform physical labor to support offshore operations

·         Ability to travel and work 12 hour shifts aboard a vessel for a 20 day duration

·         Experience with Microsoft Office software

 

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Marine Science or related science field

·         USCG license

·         Project experience with multibeam or single beam hydrographic surveys

·         Familiar with NOAA and USACE standards for the conduct of hydrographic surveys

·         Experience with Hypack, CARIS HIPS and Chesapeake SonarWiz software

 

Benefits:

 

·         Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

·         Vacation/Sick/Holiday Pay

·         401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

 

DEA is proud to be  an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

 

Apply online at: 

http://chk.tbe.taleo.net/chk06/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DEAINC&cws=39&rid=2473

Division: Hydrographic Surveys and Mapping

Job Status: Full Time – Non-union

Reports to: Hydrographic Systems Manager

 

Description:

The primary role of this position is to provide hydrographic surveying, mapping and positioning support, reporting, land survey work and general survey support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

 ·         Perform field hydrographic surveys collecting bathymetric and other data

·         Post process field data, compute quantities, create charts, and report

·         Calibration and trouble-shooting of dredge positioning systems

·         Reporting of bathymetric conditions, quantities and other pertinent data to colleagues and supervisors for review and direction

·         Quality Control and Production Tracking including preparing daily and weekly production reports

·         Collect, assemble, review and report production related materials and values

·         Perform field sediment sampling and reporting

·         Verify the precision of survey data including measurements and calculations conducted at survey sites

·         Prepare or supervise preparation of all data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys

·         Determine position and elevation of important features and boundaries in survey areas using precision hydrographic systems, GPS technologies, total stations and levelling instruments

·         Coordinate findings with the work of engineering and technical personnel, clients, and others

·         Train assistants and helpers, and direct their work in such activities as performing surveys

·         Adjust surveying instruments to maintain their precision

·         Analyze survey objectives and specifications to prepare proposals or to direct others in proposal preparation

·         Survey bodies of water to determine navigable channels and to secure data for construction of breakwaters, piers, and other marine structures

·         Conduct research in surveying and mapping methods using knowledge of techniques of bathymetric and other data

·         Develop criteria for the design  and modification of survey instruments

·         Ability to travel 75-100% of the time

·         Any other duties as assigned

 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

·         1-5 Years of experience within the hydrographic industry

·         A.S. or B.S. in Surveying and Mapping, Natural Resources or similar curriculum

·         Professional state license and or nationally recognized hydrographic certification

·         Experience utilizing bathymetric survey tools including single-beam and multi-beam echo-sounders

·         Experience using bathymetric process software

·         Experience using conventional survey tools including auto-levels, total station etc.

·         Ability to work successfully as a team member

·         Perform the work professionally, honestly, with integrity and a commitment safety and excellence

·         Willingness to work 12+ hours/day, nights and weekends depending on project schedules

Physical Demands:

Not applicable: activity is not applicable to this position

Occasionally: up to 30% of the time

Frequently: from 30%-60% of the time

Constantly: more than 60% of the time

Apply online here: https://www.jfbrennan.com/careers/current-openings

The Brennan Companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Project Manager/Lead Hydrographer

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Norwood, NJ

Posted Date: March 8^th, 2018

Alpine is currently searching for a Project Manager with a specialty in hydrography to be based in Norwood, NJ. The chosen individual will be a core member of our field operations team and as such must be willing to travel, both domestically and internationally. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or have a valid working Visa.

Responsibilities:

The candidate will be expected to take on the following responsibilities:

·         Project Management, including client liaising, planning field operations, overseeing field personnel, and providing QA/QC of data.

·         Ensuring HSEQ protocols are following and that personal and co-worker safety is a top priority. 

·         Supervising the care and maintenance of equipment in the field.

·         Encouraging a culture of continuous improvement of the company’s processes, including safety program and quality management system.

·         Supporting and communicating with field staff effectively.

·         Showing leadership under pressure and motivating field staff to meet deadlines while providing clients with a high quality of data.

·         Mentoring of other Hydrographers

Qualifications:

·         A degree in a geomatics related field (hydrography, surveying, or engineering) and minimum of 5 years applied hydrographic field experience, or an applicable Master’s Degree and 3 years’ experience.

·         The Candidate’s area of expertise should fall within one or multiple of the following areas: Nautical charting, dredging, O&G infrastructure projects, marine shallow hazards surveys, submarine cable/pipeline routing, civil engineering and/or environmental assessment projects.

·         Candidate must have a working knowledge of hydrographic data acquisition systems and software including Multibeam Sonars, Singlebeam Sonars, Side Scan Sonars, and GNSS navigation systems. Knowledge of operation and deployment of geophysical equipment a plus. Software packages which could be used include QINSy, HYPACK, Edgetech Discover, SonarWiz, Caris, Qimera, and Global Mapper.

·         Knowledge of AutoCAD or GIS a plus.

·         Candidate should have good knowledge of navigation and positioning techniques, USBL experience is a plus.

·         Candidate should have trouble shooting capability on equipment especially when it comes to fine tuning systems for best results.

·         Knowledge of mobilizing third party vessels from the bottom up a plus.

·         Candidate should have good writing skills and should be able to write preliminary reports and process and interpret data at least to the QA/QC stages.

NSPS/ACSM Certified Hydrographer, Category A Hydrographer, or Professional Land Surveyor candidates will be viewed favorably.

Benefits:

Alpine offers access to training, experience and growth opportunities, providing employees a long lived and fulfilling career. As Project Manager/Lead Hydrographer you will be interfacing directly with the company’s Senior Project Managers.

Alpine offers a full benefits package including yearly salary reviews, paid vacation, personal days, health insurance coverage, life insurance, a 401K plan.  Benefits may also include corporate credit card, cellular phone and car allowance. Relocation assistance is also available if appropriate.

Alpine is proud to be an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Please submit resume with cover letter by e-mail to careers@alpineocean.com.

Position Offered:

TerraSond Geophysicists are responsible for planning, collecting, processing and analyzing multibeam, sidescan, magnetometer, sub-bottom and other geophysical sensors. Under the supervision of the Project Manager, he or she serves as a point person for all geophysical issues, collaborates with hydrographers, project managers and other SME’s to plan, acquire, process and analyze multi-sensor datasets.  He or she will oversee the work of technicians, junior technicians, and data processors.  The geophysicist is responsible for final reporting or may be part of a team providing elements of final reports.

This position may be required to serve as a member of the vessel crew as needed.

Duties:

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

·         The Marine Geophysicist collects and interprets geophysical data including but not limited to data collected with: sub-bottom profilers, magnetometers, gradiometers, high resolution seismic including boomers and sparker systems (single and multi-channel), ground penetrating radar, sidescan sonar, multibeam and singlebeam sonar, cone penetrometers, electrical resistivity sensors, gravity meters and other instruments used to assess the character and physical measurements upon and beneath the earth

·         Analyzes project goals, plans collection methods, determines suitable geophysical equipment for achieving project goals, installs, calibrates, tunes and operates equipment, and interprets resultant data

·         Analyzes and interprets geological and geophysical information from sources such as survey data as part of a hydrographic or land survey team or 3^rd party sources

·         Analyzes and processes data using project specified software packages such as CARIS, Sonar Wiz, Oasis Montaj, Radex Pro, Hypack and similar packages

·         The Marine Geophysicist oversees and approves Quality Assurance and Quality Control of collected and processed geophysical data

·         Researches and provides required geophysical data to plan survey operations, specifications and sensor choices

·         Assists in establishing project goals and objectives

·         Writes and proofs project descriptive reports, desktop studies, whitepapers and technical proposal components

·         Participates in and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams

·         Plans, installs and operates hydrographic instrumentation including multibeam and single beam sonar, sidescan sonar, positioning systems and collection software

·         Processes hydrographic data both in conjunction with geophysical survey data and solely

·         Actively participates in Operations, department, and other meetings as directed by supervisor

Education/Experience:

·         BS in Geophysics; MS in Geophysics strongly preferred

·         Experience with signal processing

·         Experience with hydrographic and marine geophysical data analytical tools including Caris

·         Extensive background in mathematics to include arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications

Skills and Special Requirements/ Licensing:

·         Demonstrated commitment to safety principles and protocols

·         Comprehensive knowledge of multiple types of geophysical data to include electromagnetics, magnetics, seismic, sonar, and gravity

·         Working understanding of geodesy and coordinate systems

·         Basic inversion theory knowledge

·         Ability to plan and execute projects from start to finish

·         Merchant Mariners Physical may be required for vessel work

·         Valid driver’s license

·         Ability to procure a passport

Work duties are performed in a combination office and field environments. Field work is performed outdoors and may take place in inclement weather and extreme temperatures. Hydrographic survey work requires working at sea for extended periods of time and may require living and working in close, cramped quarters. Both field and office work require occasional heavy lifting of survey equipment. Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule, long days, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet project deadlines. Extensive travel is required.

About Us:

TERRASOND, an experienced multidisciplinary organization, remains one of the few truly independent, agile, client-focused survey companies. We deliver innovative, reliable geospatial solutions with a strong company-wide culture in HSE/Q.

OUR GREATEST resource is our people.

Our mission is to collect, compile, and identify geospatial and geophysical information that provides the best possible solution offering the lowest risk for our clients.

Local around the globe, we excel at executing remote and challenging surveys. We have successfully completed thousands of surveys in over 28 countries around the world for over 330 clients. These range from inland surveys to deep ocean seabed exploration and mapping projects.

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Please log in here to apply.

If you require an accommodation to complete the application, please contact Human Resources at (907) 745-7215 x147.

TerraSond is committed to a drug free workplace. Drug screening and background checks are required.

Geophysicist/Hydrographer/Geologist/Marine Scientist

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Norwood, NJ

Posted Date: September 18^th, 2017

Alpine is currently searching for a number of applicants to fill roles as Geophysicists, Hydrographers, Geologists, and Marine Scientists. These positions will involve being part of both field data acquisition and in office data reduction and report teams.

Responsibilities/Qualifications:

Candidates should have an applicable Bachelors or Masters Degree in a Marine Science related discipline. Specific course work in marine geology, coastal geology, geophysics, sedimentology, hydrography, oceanography and GIS/CAD a major plus.  Recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Work or internship experience related to Alpine’s core business will be viewed favorably. Experience can include working on projects related to marine construction, pipeline/cable route design, civil engineering (ports, harbors, bridges etc.) or coastal protection/renourishment. Candidate should also highlight any experience they may have working with the following equipment: analogue and digital seismic systems (subbottom profilers, multi-channel etc.), side scan sonars, magnetometers, swath bathymetry systems, navigation packages (software and GPS), tide gauges, wave gauges, current meters, sediment sampling tools etc.

Traveling to projects both within the US and overseas will be required.

As needed, Alpine will provide training on equipment and survey methods in order to enhance a successful candidate's skills.

Benefits:

Alpine and the Gardline Group offer access to substantial resources, training, experience and growth opportunities, providing employees a long lived and fulfilling career. In this position you will be interfacing directly with the company’s Field and Project Managers.

Alpine offers opportunities for advancement within the company, a competitive salary commensurate with experience (Masters degrees will be considered favorably), comp time, field pay, and a full benefits package including paid vacation, personal days, health insurance coverage, life insurance, and a 401K plan. Relocation assistance may be available.

Alpine is proud to be an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Please submit resume with cover letter by e-mail to careers@alpineocean.com.

Field Hydrographer

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Norwood, NJ

Posted Date: September 18^th, 2017

 

Alpine is currently searching for a Field Hydrographer with at least 1-3 years experience conducting and/or supervising hydrographic projects. This is primarily a field position and the Candidate must be willing to travel, both domestically and internationally.

 

Responsibilities/Qualifications:

 

The ideal Candidate will possess the following qualifications:

 

·         Experience conducting field operations for hydrographic survey projects and performing data processing tasks both on board survey vessels and in the office.

·         Knowledge of the installation, calibration and operation of high resolution multi-beam and single beam systems.

·         Knowledge of data acquisition/processing software including QINSy, HYPACK, Qimera, Fleidermaus, and Caris.

·         Knowledge of GPS and motion reference positioning equipment, calibration techniques and post processing.  Experience with installing and operating RTK base stations and post processing using PPK techniques.

·         Experience acquiring direct read sound velocity and/or CTD data and processing the resulting information.

·         Experience installing tide gauges and processing the resulting data.

·         Experience processing and interpreting final data sets at least to the QA/QC stages.

·         Good writing skills, including a track record preparing at least preliminary, but preferably, final reports.

·         Knowledge of AutoCAD or GIS.

 

Alpine will look very positively on candidates with one of the following certifications: ACSM Hydrographer, Category A Hydrographer or PLS. 

 

A proven track record of leadership, initiative and self-motivation, the ability to effectively follow best practices with regards to HSE, and attention to detail are all important skills to bring to the position.

 

Benefits:

Alpine and the Gardline Group offer access to substantial resources, training, experience and growth opportunities, providing employees a long lived and fulfilling career. The Hydrographer position will answer to the Party Chief, and/or Project Manager and the firm’s Operations Department depending on the situation.

 

Alpine offers a full benefits package including yearly salary reviews, paid vacation, personal days, health insurance coverage, life insurance, a 401K plan.  Benefits may also include corporate credit card, cellular phone and car allowance. Relocation assistance is also available if appropriate.

 

Alpine is proud to be an AA/EEO employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal law, such as race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

 

Please submit resume with cover letter by e-mail to careers@alpineocean.com.

DOF Subsea is a fast-paced offshore vessel service company.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

Job Description:

We currently have an immediate job opportunity for a skilled Senior Surveyor to join our team.  The Senior Surveyor function is to implement and manage survey project assignments, adherence to survey standards throughout offshore operations and day-to-day supervision, guidance and support to the Junior Surveyors.    The Senior Surveyor is responsible for the set up and testing of the online navigation suite, undertaking calibrations of associated survey sensors and performing a 12-hour online shift whilst offshore.  The position requires personnel to maintain high quality survey records, take part in hazard identifications, risk assessments and be part of the overall team.  It includes writing field memos and reports for clients.

Minimum Qualifications:

·         3 years’ experience in Surveying in the offshore environment

·         Bachelor degree level in Geomatics (or similar) or equivalent knowledge in offshore surveying

·         Appropriate offshore medical and offshore survival course

Required Skills:

·         Exposure or working knowledge in Offshore Survey and deep-water positioning systems with specialization in USBL, LBL array installation, calibration and positioning

·         Exposure or working knowledge in jumper metrology measurements

·         Exposure or working knowledge in networking and interfacing

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. US Citizen or Permanent Resident)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

Interested candidates should send resumes via email to linda.boone@dofsubsea.com or mail to:

DOF Subsea USA, Inc.

Attn:  Linda Boone

5365 W. Sam Houston Pkwy N, Suite 400

Houston, Texas 77041

Hydrographic Survey Technician

Locations Available:

·       Palmer, Alaska

·       Corpus Christi, Texas

·       Seattle, Washington

 

Position Offered:
The Survey Technician is responsible for conducting surveying and mapping duties under the supervision of a Project Manager or more senior Survey Technician. He or she verifies the accuracy of collected data, and prepares data, charts, plots, maps, records, documents and deliverables related to the survey. He or she may also conduct ADCP mooring configuration, surface navigation, LBL, USBL, geophysical and seismic data collection

The Survey Technician is also required to serve as a member of the vessel crew as needed.

Duties:

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

·         Complete all company required HSE training; actively participate in regular safety meetings

·         Assist in establishing project goals and objectives

·         Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain surveying equipment including single beam echo sounders, multi-beam echo sounders, sidescan, applicable Motion Reference Units, and Gyros

·         Review GPS differential correction source and software to ensure that configuration is correct

·         Coordinate with the team, review project plans from start to finish to identify and resolve problems, accept responsibility for assigned tasks following all quality control standards, review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures, and suggest improvements as necessary

·         Collect hydrographic data offshore

·         Analyze and process data using project-specified software packages

·         Follow all quality assurance and quality control methods during collected and processing of field data

·         Update supervisor daily with data acquisition progress, maintain survey logs, update records, and write field operation daily reports  

·         Assist with mobilizing and demobilizing survey vessels in the field

·         Assist with vessel operations and vessel crew duties as needed

 

Education/Experience:

·         AS/BS in Geomatics, Cartography, Geography, Natural Sciences, Engineering, or other relevant discipline

·         2+ years of hydrographic survey experience utilizing current technologies

·         Experience in GPS and cartography

·         Multibeam experience preferred

·         Candidate must be legally eligible and insurable to drive to regular assignments

·         Bilingual (Spanish-English) is a plus

·         Working knowledge of applicable software packages to include AutoCad,

Microsoft Word and Excel, and Trimble Geomatics Office

·         Basic knowledge of hydrographic data analytical tools including Caris, Hypack and QINSy

 

Skills and Special Requirements/ Licensing:

·         Demonstrated commitment to safety principles and protocols

·         Knowledge of all aspects of hydrographic surveying including DGPS, RTK, tides and tide zoning, cartography, sound velocity, multibeam echosounder, single beam echosounder operation, sidescan collection and interpretation, and determination and application of vessel configuration offsets. Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, sketches, and inked tracings.

·         Perform calculations to determine earth curvature corrections, atmospheric impacts or measurements, traverse closures, adjustments, and tides

·         Ability to identify deviation, anomaly, and data quality issues during data collection

·         Comprehensive knowledge of hydrographic data analytical tools

·         Merchant Marine Physical

·         Valid driver’s license

·         Ability to procure a passport

 

Work duties are performed in a combination office and field environments. Field work is performed outdoors and may take place in inclement weather and extreme temperatures. Hydrographic survey work requires working at sea for extended periods of time and may require living and working in close, cramped quarters. Both field and office work requires occasional heavy lifting of survey equipment. Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule, long days, and evening/weekend hours in order to meet project deadlines. Extensive travel is required.

 

About Us:

TERRASOND, an experienced multidisciplinary organization, remains one of the few truly independent, agile, client-focused survey companies. We deliver innovative, reliable geospatial solutions with a strong company-wide culture in HSE/Q.

OUR GREATEST resource is our people.

Our mission is to collect, compile, and identify geospatial and geophysical information that provides the best possible solution offering the lowest risk for our clients.

Local around the globe, we excel at executing remote and challenging surveys. We have successfully completed thousands of surveys in over 22 countries around the world for over 330 clients. These range from inland surveys to deep ocean seabed exploration and mapping projects.

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

 

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If you require an accommodation to complete the application, please contact Human Resources at (907) 745-7215 x147.

 

TerraSond is committed to a drug free workplace. Drug screening and background checks are required.