Instrument Person

at Volkert, Inc. in Collinsville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Instrument Person to support our Midwest Region located in Collinsville, IL.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.

The Instrument Person reports to the Party Chief and is responsible for assisting with field surveying activities, including maintenance of survey equipment. The ideal candidate must demonstrate a desire and willingness to learn land surveying. This is an entry level position that will require some overnight travel and working outside in all weather conditions.

The salary range for this position is $18 - $22 per hour.

What you'll be doing:
Must be physically able to work long hours and carry heavy loads
Possess effective written and oral communication skills
Basic computer literacy and math skills
Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Attendance, punctuality, and reliability are essential requirements
Must be able to work in inclement weather
Pass a drug & background test to obtain security badge clearance

What you need to have:
High School Diploma or equivalent
One (1) year of surveying is preferred
Safety oriented
Ability 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.
If applicable to the position, a post offer fit for duty evaluation to ensure the individual can safely perform the essential functions of the role.
Valid driver's license.
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).

Why Volkert?

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. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Key Benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional 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 Officer

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Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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