Joshua Gurdak
Bear Lake,Pa
Summary
Detail-oriented Survey Technician with expertise in total station operation and GPS technology. Proven ability to implement quality control measures, train junior technicians, and enhance team efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Survey Technician
Penndot
Oil City, PA
08.2010 - Current
- Trained junior technicians on surveying techniques and equipment operation for improved team efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures during field surveys to enhance data accuracy and reliability.
- Developed comprehensive field notes, providing valuable context for future reference and decision-making purposes.
- Ensured high-quality deliverables by conducting regular quality checks on collected data.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software programs and adapting to evolving industry standards within the profession efficiently.
- Increased efficiency in data collection by utilizing advanced survey equipment and software.
- Improved accuracy of survey measurements through meticulous attention to detail and thorough fieldwork.
- Streamlined workflow processes, resulting in faster completion of projects without compromising accuracy.
- Established a reputation for reliability and professionalism among colleagues, leading to increased trust and responsibility within the team environment.
- Enhanced team productivity by consistently completing assigned tasks ahead of schedule.
- Supported survey project managers with accurate data analysis and insightful recommendations for improvement.
- Assisted in training new Survey Technicians, increasing overall team competency levels and performance.
- Maintained excellent safety records through consistent adherence to established guidelines during fieldwork activities.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes through diligent preparation and execution of survey plans.
- Compiled information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans.
- Utilized established field surveying strategies to perform high-quality work.
- Used total station, level and GPS equipment to complete field surveys.
- Completed daily data updates and submitted information to quality assurance for review and implementation.
- Trained, mentored and assigned work to subordinate crew members.
- Compiled, organized and corrected data with OpenRoads Designer and Carlson software.
Education
Associate of Science - Architectural Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA05-2009
Skills
- Total station operation
- Survey equipment operation
- Construction staking
- Data collection techniques
- GPS technology
- AutoCAD
- Design and planning
- AutoCAD drafting
- Field data analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Troubleshooting skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Crew leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Field surveying
- Data analysis
- Crew leadership
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Team building
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Field surveying
- Data analysis
Timeline
Survey Technician
Penndot
08.2010 - Current
Associate of Science - Architectural Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology