Are we the road to your future? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. We are currently searching for a motivated Survey Crew Chief to support our Midwest Region in Lexington, KY. The Survey Crew Chief position reports to the Survey Project Manager. This position will require overnight travel and working outside in all weather conditions. Applicant must be able to pass a drug and background test to obtain security badge clearance. What you’ll be doing:Supervises a crew which conducts field surveys as defined by the project managerAccomplishes majority of survey tasks with limited interaction with supervisors and/or Land SurveyorsCommunicates effectively with, and meets the needs of the client representative, governing agent and public representatives involved in each project; keeps the client field representative informed as to progress and problems and notifies when job is completeCommunicates effectively with project manager as to project progress, problems, client change requests and job completion What you need to have:5+ years of experience working on a survey crew with ability to lead crewStrong written and oral communication skillsProficiency in construction staking, boundary surveys, and topographic surveysGas pipeline surveying experience is preferredAbility to demonstrate organizational skills, including attention to detailAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.Valid driver’s license.A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion,Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environmentExercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problemsBe able to communicate effectively- verbal and writtenBe able to multi-task in a team environment Volkert Perks:Competitive compensationFlexibility and a positive work/life balanceChallenging and innovative projectsEmployee referral programProfessional developmentEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and holidaysMedical, Dental, & VisionEmployer-Paid Life/AD&D insuranceEmployer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disabilityWellness incentivesAdditional voluntary benefits The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert. “For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerEOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.