James Wilson
Denton,TX
Summary
Experienced and determined Survey Crew Chief with a strong background in leading field operations and data collection using GPS and conventional methods. Skilled in topographic surveying, boundary determination, and construction staking, with a focus on safety, precision, and effective communication. Adaptable to changing project needs, reliable under pressure, and dedicated to team collaboration to achieve accurate results. Proficient in instrument and vehicle operation, as well as data assessment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Chief
Yellow Rose Mapping LLC
04.2023 - Current
- Coordinated surveys to establish accurate legal boundaries for properties.
- Efficiently allocated resources across multiple projects simultaneously without sacrificing quality or timeliness of work deliverables.
- Implemented corrective actions for any identified survey discrepancies, maintaining a high degree of accuracy throughout projects.
- Monitored safety protocols during fieldwork to reduce the risk of accidents or injuries among crew members.
- Optimized field data collection processes through the use of cutting-edge technology such as drones or robotic total stations.
Freight Handler, Receiving
FedEx Freight
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Supported quality assurance initiatives by inspecting incoming products for damage or defects before accepting into inventory.
- Sustained optimal equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance checks and promptly reporting any issues for repair.
- Fostered positive relationships with suppliers, drivers, and other personnel through professional communication and cooperation during freight receipt.
- Reduced shipment errors with meticulous attention to detail when verifying incoming product information against purchase orders.
- Assisted with training new employees on receiving procedures, serving as a knowledgeable resource for questions and guidance.
Instrument Operator
Shield Engineering Group
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Compiled, organized and corrected data with TSC Data Collectors and AutoCard software.
- Performed boundary, topographic and traverse land surveys.
- Delivered accurate measurements, conducting tests using various instruments according to project requirements.
- Played a significant role in successful project completion by demonstrating expertise in the operation of a wide variety of instruments, adapting quickly to new technologies and methodologies.
Instrument Operator
Gorrondona & Associates
06.2017 - 08.2020
- Used TSC5 and TSC7 Data collectors, Trimble GPS, and Trimble Total Station equipment to complete field surveys.
- Boosted overall team productivity by mentoring junior staff on proper techniques for instrument operation and maintenance procedures.
- Trimmed, aligned and joined prints to form photographic mosaics, maintaining scaled distances between reference points.
- Achieved greater precision in measurement tasks through regular calibration checks on all relevant instruments involved in the process.
- Assessed company cartography products company to evaluate ease of use and tested each for issues and effectiveness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kennedale High School
06-2016
Skills
- Total Station Operation
- Construction staking
- Topographic mapping
- As-Built Surveys
- GPS Technology
- Land surveying
- Topographic surveying
- Data analysis and calculations
- GPS measuring equipment
- Boundary determination
- Field Crew Management
- Alta Surveys
Timeline
Crew Chief
Yellow Rose Mapping LLC
04.2023 - Current
Freight Handler, Receiving
FedEx Freight
08.2021 - 04.2023
Instrument Operator
Shield Engineering Group
08.2020 - 08.2021
Instrument Operator
Gorrondona & Associates
06.2017 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Kennedale High School
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