JOB OPENINGS

Party Chief Position

Wallace Morris Kline Surveying, a well-respected Land Surveying firm seeks highly motivated Party Chief with a minimum of (5) years’ experience as a party chief.

Job Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of control/boundary surveys, construction staking, ALTA/ACSM and topographic surveys, and able to prepare clear field notes among other duties as assigned.
2. Knowledge and ability to perform proper field checks before, during and after all field surveys.
3. Read and understand plans and specifications.
4. Perform mathematical calculations and checking data.
5. Proficient with Trimble total stations (S6 Robotic), GPS (static/RTK), data collectors (TSC2/3).
6. Must be able to work cohesively within a team setting and independently.
7. In good health, physically able to work/hike for long hours and carry heavy loads.
8. Possess good written, communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Must be able and willing to travel.
10. Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.
11. Able to work in inclement weather.
12. Valid Driver’s License required.
13. OSHA 30 Certification required or to be completed within 2 weeks of hire.
14. The employee will be required to adhere to the company’s policies, safety plan and the project safety plan.

It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual preference, physical or mental disability or military service in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The following is a summation of the benefits currently offered by WMK. Health Insurance – WMK pays 100% of the plan premium for employees only.  Dental / Vision- WMK pays 100% of the plan premium for employees only.  WMK provides $25,000 worth of life insurance coverage for each employee, at no cost to the employee.  401(k) plan – WMK currently provides up to a 4% “matching contribution” to an employee’s contribution. 80 hours paid personal time off for the first year and increases to 120 hours the second year of employment. Nine paid company holidays per year.

  Wallace Morris Kline Surveying, (WMK) an employee-owned company seeks highly motivated Survey Project Manager. Established in 2006, a well-respected Land Surveying only firm with an exceptional reputation for quality & customer service. WMK is ranked at the top of all survey related SOQ rankings for County, City, and public entities. Being the preferred go to surveying firm in all of Nevada and surrounding areas insures growth now and into the future. 

The PM will manage the development of multiple survey projects and work in conjunction with clients as well as other office & field staff to ensure quality and timeliness of project completion. 

Perform and have knowledge of boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic surveys, Final Maps, Parcel Maps, Record of Surveys, Vacations, Commercial Plats, Corner Records, etc. Prepare Legal Descriptions & Exhibits. Title and property description knowledge. AutoCAD drafting experience. Possess good interpersonal skills, and effective written and oral communication skills. 

Benefits - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 100% paid for employee. $25,000 life insurance. 4% matching 401(k). Paid holidays.

Wallace Morris Kline Surveying, (WMK) seeks highly motivated Survey Project Manager (PM) for managing projects and a team. Established in 2006, a well-respected Land Surveying only firm with an exceptional reputation for sound surveying and outstanding customer service in the Las Vegas, NV area. WMK is in the top 2 of all survey related rankings for County, City, and public entities for Statement of Qualifications. Being the preferred go to surveying firm in all of Nevada and surrounding areas insures growth now and into the future.

The PM will manage the development of multiple survey projects and work in conjunction with clients as well as other office & field staff to ensure quality and timeliness of project completion.

PM’s Essential Functions

1. Knowledge of control/boundary surveys, construction staking, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and topographic surveys.
2. Perform and have knowledge of Final Maps, Parcel Maps, Record of Surveys, Vacations, Commercial Plats, Corner Records, etc.
3. Prepare Legal Descriptions & Exhibits.
4. Strong Multi-tasking, technical and administrative skills along with the ability to be organized.
5. Title and property description knowledge.
6. Job Calculation (Reviewing of field crew’s notes).
7. Coordinating with crew chiefs, drafters and other PM’s.
8. AutoCAD drafting experience. Excellent CAD skills are a plus.
9. Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
10. Knowledge of the principles, techniques and practices of land surveying.
11. Knowledge of civil engineering and construction specifications plans.
12. Possess good interpersonal skills, and effective written and oral communication skills.
13. Must be able to work cohesively within a team setting and independently.
14. Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements.

The following is a summation of the benefits currently offered by WMK. Health Insurance – WMK pays 100% of the plan premium for employees only.  Dental / Vision- WMK pays 100% of the plan premium for employees only.  WMK provides $25,000 worth of life insurance coverage for each employee, at no cost to the employee.  401(k) plan – WMK currently provides up to a 4% “matching contribution” to an employee’s contribution. 80 hours paid personal time off for the first year and increases to 120 hours the second year of employment. Nine paid company holidays per year.

Position Type: Full-time. Hourly wage based on experience.

Qualifications:

• LSIT/PLS Certification Preferred
• Proficient with survey calculations
• Proficient with field data reduction
• Proficient with survey-specific software such as AutoCAD
• Familiar with production of survey maps and legal descriptions
• Familiar with boundary resolution techniques and practices
• Familiar with all Microsoft Programs including Word and Excel

Summary:
Prepares computer-generated land surveying drawings according to established standards and procedures. CAD skills are required to visualize and portray intricate mapping features. The Land Surveyor CAD Technician will work closely with the design originator and Project Manager.

Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Researches, prepares, and completes maps, exhibits, and legal descriptions using CAD software programs
• Preparation of horizontal control and right-of-way plans
• Preparation of topographic maps from field data
• Revises or changes drawings per management staff or per comments from entities and/or client
• Conducts research and obtains information pertaining to specific projects as required
• Completes closure calculations
• Maintains organized files relating to plans, drawings, and sketches, which will allow access to project information for the Project Manager and other team members as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of Boundary, Topographic, and ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys
• Knowledge of Legal Descriptions and Exhibits
• Ability to interpret land records
• Ability to learn and follow the company’s CAD standards

Desired Skills: (but not required)
• Knowledge of Nevada Water Rights
• Ability to perform research of land records at the County Recorder’s office and Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) office
• Ability to perform online research of land records from County Recorder’s website, BLM, US Coast and Geodetic Survey, Nevada Division of Water Resources and other Nevada land records.

Education and Experience Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent is required.
Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is required.