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Ricardo Benavides

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Currently a Survey Crew Chief at Marshall Lancaster & Associates, Accomplished Survey Crew Chief with a proven track record at Shield Engineering Group, enhancing survey accuracy and productivity through advanced GPS technology and effective team leadership. Expert in As-Built Surveys and adept at training, I excel in prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines, managing diverse teams, and delivering projects within budgetary constraints.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Survey Crew Chief

Marshall Lancaster & Associates
12.2024 - Current

I provide a range of Land Surveying Services including Land Title Survey’s, Topographic Design Survey’s, Control Survey’s, and Construction Staking.

Survey Crew Chief

UnifyField Inc
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Perform Survey Services such as Topographic, Boundary, and Construction Staking using a Trimble TSC5 DC-Trimble T100 Tablet with a Trimble S7 Total Station Enhanced instrument accuracy by conducting regular calibration and maintenance procedures.
  • Collaborate effectively with drafting technicians to produce accurate maps based on collected data points.
  • Collaborate with survey teams to ensure precise measurements and accurate data gathering.
  • Demonstrate flexibility when faced with evolving project requirements or unexpected challenges on the job site.

Survey Crew Chief

Shield Engineering Group
08.2017 - 09.2024
  • Led field Crew to complete survey services , Topographic, Alta, Boundary, Title, and Construction staking. Fill out Daily Reports detailing the work completed in the field for that particular day, Train mentor I-man to enhance skills , utilize GPS units Trimble R8 and R12I, and Trimble S7 Total Station. Communicate effectively with Project managers and Clients to complete Survey Services
  • • Streamlined daily tasks for improved productivity with proactive delegation and clear expectations.
  • • Consistently met deadlines by effectively prioritizing tasks based on project timelines and client requirements.
  • • Managed field crew of Number staff, delegating tasks and directing team members on data collection.
  • • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing diverse teams, overcoming challenges, and achieving project objectives within budgetary constraints.
  • • Enhanced survey accuracy by implementing advanced field data collection techniques and equipment.
  • Ran Trimble R12I GPS Unit with Base Station and Trimble S7 Total Station all with a Trimble TSC7 Data Collector

Instrument Man

Triangle Surveying Company
04.2015 - 08.2017
  • Ran Trimble TDS Ranger Data Collector
  • Set up Instrument-Collected-Imported Exported Points, Printed out emails, searched for Property Deeds, checked Plats for mispelling-errors, and kept up with all equipment on a daily basis

Instrument Man

Trans Texas Surveying & Mapping
09.2012 - 09.2013
  • Participated in pre-survey meetings to discuss project requirements, schedules, and resources needed for successful completion of tasks.
  • Reduced errors in fieldwork by implementing quality control measures and systematic checks.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all field activities, preventing accidents or injuries.
  • Provided valuable input to improve survey procedures, enhancing overall team performance and project outcomes.
  • Completed thorough checks of collected data, identifying inconsistencies or errors before submission to supervisors.
  • Supported project objectives by accurately recording survey data in a timely manner.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices through continuous training and education opportunities.
  • Collaborated effectively with drafting technicians to produce accurate maps based on collected data points. Ran Trimble equipment and overall assisted group of PCS

Education

Diploma -

Western Hills High School
Fort Worth, TX
06.2011

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • As-Built Surveys
  • GPS Technology
  • Land surveying
  • Team Training
  • Total station operation
  • Topographic surveys
  • Boundary surveys
  • Construction staking
  • GPS surveying
  • As-built surveys
  • Utility locating
  • Leveling techniques
  • Route surveying

Timeline

Survey Crew Chief

Marshall Lancaster & Associates
12.2024 - Current

Survey Crew Chief

UnifyField Inc
10.2024 - 12.2024

Survey Crew Chief

Shield Engineering Group
08.2017 - 09.2024

Instrument Man

Triangle Surveying Company
04.2015 - 08.2017

Instrument Man

Trans Texas Surveying & Mapping
09.2012 - 09.2013

Diploma -

Western Hills High School
Ricardo Benavides