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Remote Sensing Technician

@ Morris P. Hebert
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Houma, Louisiana, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:field data, data processing, remote sensing
Requirements Summary:Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred in science, engineering, computer-based, or related field; 2-5 years’ related experience; proficiency with surveying software and remote sensing tools; strong reports and communication.
Technical Tools Mentioned:HYPACK, Chesapeake, EdgeTech, GIS, Photogrammetry, Radar, GPS-navigation systems, Robotic total stations, UAS (drones)
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Job Description

What We Offer You

Morris P. Hebert, Inc. is built on the principles of strong family values, honesty, integrity, education, hard work, and commitment. Our employees use their creativity and talent to formulate new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services in the industry. Due to our employees’ active involvement, talent, and support, we take pride in investing in our employees. We offer:

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • 401k matching program
  • Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans, and Supplemental Life
  • Generous PTO Package - Vacation, Holiday, Sick, and Personal Time Off
  • Employee engagement events
  • Strong community involvement
  • Great work/life balance

Description:

Remote Sensing Technician (RST) primary duties are for field data collection of remote sensing data. The RST will work with technologies such as hydrography, UAS aerial surveying (drone), and/or other remote sensing equipment and projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works alongside a team performing aerial, land, and hydrographic surveying with remote sensing technologies. 
  • Assists with hydrographic and marine survey planning, field data collection, and data processing.
  • Assists with remote aircraft operations with planning and clearance to airspace to flight operations and collection of LiDAR, photogrammetry, video. 
  • Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots surveying system hardware, computers, and software.
  • Prepare field service reports, maintain equipment logs, prepare written communication for clients and other team members.
  • Collects hydrographic data using HYPACK and other software.
  • Works aboard various boats from skiffs, airboats, 18-30’ work boats. 
  • Develops and follows plans, specifications, procedures and promotes safe work practices.
  • Perform shop tasks including the repair, cleaning, and preparation of remote sensing equipment.
  • Candidate will be expected to develop skills and advance in growing technologies.

Key Tasks:

  • Setup, maintain, and collect remote sensing data collection systems to corroborate remote sensing data analyses.
  • Direct and manage field survey activities and operations.
  • Analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results and/or at least to the QA/QC stage.
  • Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.
  • Record data log keeping (of survey research, operations, weather, etc.) for scientific or technical use.
  • Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
  • Recommend new remote sensing hardware or software acquisitions.
  • Direct installation or testing of new remote sensing hardware or software.