Job Description:

ü  Conduct transmission line route survey on the field

ü  Operate Total station, Global positioning system (GPS), Differential Geographical positioning System(DGPS) etc.

ü  Conduct route profiling

ü  read and interpret geographical drawings

ü  prepare a line drawing of proposed line path with survey data

ü  identify and mark the tower location, pit Marking, Angle Bisection, etc.

ü  Measure Grid level for contouring and prepare diagonal profile for Benching, Unequal Leg extension, raised chimney, etc.

ü  identify alternates routes to the tower location and suggest the best route as per requirements

ü  ensure compliance of statutory clearances such as sag, ground clearances, right of way etc. while Spotting the tower location

  ü prepare the final survey report.

SKILLS:

ü  Operation of GIS (geographic information system) technology and related terminology

ü  GIS software and survey equipment

ü  Elements of geological/topographical sheet/drawing

ü  Basic computer applications

ü  Common electricity terminology and correct interpretation of the same terminology: e.g. current, voltage, resistance, kilowatt(kW), kilowatt hour(kWh)

ü  importance of reporting problems of survey in a timely manner

ü  technical manuals blueprints, schematics, diagrams, plans, specifications

ü  time, material and equipment estimate needed to complete assignments.