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Field Survey Technician – Gas TransmissionSparus Holdings

  • not-remote
  • full-time
  • Salary
  • Columbia, SC
Job Summary

Position Title: Field Survey Technician – Gas Transmission

Job ID: 2026-R61

Location: Columbia, SC

Posting Type: Full time


Main Duties:

  • Perform gas transmission main inspection surveys to identify potential issues and ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Make informed decisions based on safety considerations, environmental conditions, and operational best practices.
  • Safely operate ATVs, Argos, and other off-road vehicles without risking personal safety or property damage. Complete company provided ATV, Argos safe operation training annually.
  • Safely operate winches and other devices associated with off-road vehicles and boats.
  • Accurately read and interpret maps, GPS coordinates, and survey data to follow designated routes.
  • Identify, document, and report abnormal operating conditions (AOCs), leaks, or other system irregularities.
  • Follow established procedures for reporting safety concerns and system integrity issues.
  • Work efficiently in remote and challenging environments, including rough terrain, extreme weather conditions, and isolated areas containing wildlife.
  • Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other stakeholders regarding survey progress and findings.
  • Engage with landowners to obtain permission for access to remote locations when necessary.
  • Engage respectfully and be prepared to encounter hunters carrying firearms. Ensure your presence is acknowledged in a professional and non-disruptive manner.
  • Ensure that scheduled maintenance requirements for assigned equipment are reported to the supervisor and completed in a timely manner consistent with the compliance schedule.
  • Always wear PPE, including but not limited to a helmet, safety glasses, high visibility vest, long pants, boots, and gloves to prevent potential injury from debris, vegetation or hunters.
  • Proficiently operate a pickup truck while towing a trailer.
  • Safely load and unload an ATV, Argo or boats on and off a trailer.
  • Complete required documentation and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Any duties or responsibilities assigned by management

Comprehensive Compensation:

Up to $19/hr based on experience with GUARANTEED automatic $.50 increases at both 60 days and 180 days.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical/Dental/Vision Plan, Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) starting Day 1, Paid Holidays, Company Vehicle/Trailer

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Full Time: Monday through Thursday

Hours and days vary based on client expectation and work availability. Occasional evening, weekend work, or 12-hour shifts may be required as job duties demand.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license and meet company motor vehicle record (MVR) requirements
  • Strong map-reading, navigation, and GPS interpretation skills.
  • Understanding of natural gas transmission systems, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify safety concerns.
  • Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact with landowners and gain access to survey locations.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Proficiency in operating a vehicle, towing a trailer and loading or unloading equipment from a trailer.
  • Experience in properly securing equipment on a trailer.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in gas pipeline surveying, utility inspections, or related field service work is preferred.
  • Experience operating ATVs, Argos, and other off-road vehicles safely in various terrain conditions is preferred.

Travel:
Frequent travel is required to cover designated survey areas, including overnight travel up to 80%.

Physical Requirements:
Requires occasional heavy lifting, bending, crouching, and kneeling. Must be able to walk up to 8 miles a day in various terrain and weather conditions and operate a motor vehicle.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruiting@sparusholdings.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.





Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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