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Chainman requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in chainman job postings.
Sample chainman requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- At least 5 years of management experience in a similar industry
- Excellent understanding of business operations
- Strong financial acumen
- Proficient in data analysis tools and techniques
Sample required chainman soft skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to inspire and influence others
- Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
Chainman job description example 1
Stantec chainman job description
**Strong communities don't just happen-they're built. They are creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We are driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We are a place where you can apply your passion-and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.**
**Your Opportunity**
Stantec is looking for a Union Chainman to join our Community Development group. We provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data.
You will work with direct supervision and general direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Party Chief. You will perform land surveying, mapping and data collection activities.
Applicant must be signatory to Local Union No. 12 in good standing.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
+ Independently performs surveying assignments, making accurate measurements, and providing data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation and dimension of land or land features.
+ Operates and maintains instruments and measuring devices including levels, Trimble robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
+ Transfers survey data to the proper files in the computer network and acquires data for field use.
+ Loads vehicles with tools and equipment, ensuring materials are loaded correctly.
+ Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
+ May assist in preparation of survey drawings using AutoCAD or GIS software.
+ Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
+ Strong mathematical skills required
+ Good communication abilities required
+ Solid computer skills and basic understanding of Microsoft computer applications
+ Experience with field survey equipment required
+ Experience with CAD and survey software preferred
+ Valid driver's license and good driving record required as driving company vehicles is a requirement of the job.
**Education and Experience**
+ Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Minimum of 3 years of experience preferred.
+ Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
+ Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
_This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
**Primary Location** : United States-California-Thousand Oaks
**Job** : Union Chainman
**Organization** : BC-2042 Community Development-US West
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : Yes, 10 % of the Time
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Sep 30, 2022, 1:52:45 PM
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
**Your Opportunity**
Stantec is looking for a Union Chainman to join our Community Development group. We provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data.
You will work with direct supervision and general direction on tasks and smaller projects, and as a team member of a larger project under the guidance of a Party Chief. You will perform land surveying, mapping and data collection activities.
Applicant must be signatory to Local Union No. 12 in good standing.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
+ Independently performs surveying assignments, making accurate measurements, and providing data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation and dimension of land or land features.
+ Operates and maintains instruments and measuring devices including levels, Trimble robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
+ Transfers survey data to the proper files in the computer network and acquires data for field use.
+ Loads vehicles with tools and equipment, ensuring materials are loaded correctly.
+ Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
+ May assist in preparation of survey drawings using AutoCAD or GIS software.
+ Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
**Qualifications**
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
+ Strong mathematical skills required
+ Good communication abilities required
+ Solid computer skills and basic understanding of Microsoft computer applications
+ Experience with field survey equipment required
+ Experience with CAD and survey software preferred
+ Valid driver's license and good driving record required as driving company vehicles is a requirement of the job.
**Education and Experience**
+ Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Minimum of 3 years of experience preferred.
+ Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time.
+ Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
_This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice._
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
**Primary Location** : United States-California-Thousand Oaks
**Job** : Union Chainman
**Organization** : BC-2042 Community Development-US West
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : Yes, 10 % of the Time
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Sep 30, 2022, 1:52:45 PM
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024