Field Data Collectors

Field Data Collectors (FDC) are independent contractors who perform the following
types of services for Spatial Data Research (SDR):

• Collect specified field data and map roads, structures and landmarks for Enhanced
  9-1-1 systems using Global Positioning System (GPS) and GIS mapping software.
• Collect mapped structure information including: resident names, addresses,
  structure type, composition and phone numbers.
• Review postal and telephone databases as well as conduct personal interviews with
  residents to insure accuracy of data collection.
• Collect detailed geographical information such as, road name, surface type, road
  classification, digital imagery and more.
• Drive every road in the specified area, public and private, visiting or stopping at
  every addressable structure to collect data and GPS coordinates.
• Provide a professional field presence on behalf of SDR which instills customer
  confidence and demonstrates our ability to provide quality services.

• Familiarity with rural America and an ability to be comfortable with rural
  situations such as, gates, private property, farmers, secluded communes, and even
  security animals.
• Honest enjoyment for being outdoors.
• Proven ability to remain motivated while working independently.
• Lifestyle that allows for continuous and sporadic travel, not always by the most
  conventional means.
• Free-spirited, easy going, yet extremely detail oriented nature.
• Ingenuity.
• Knowledge of computer hardware/software, email and data transmission formats.
• Above average ability to navigate rural roads using established maps or
  make-shift directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences.
• Dedicated work ethic
• A clean driving record and are bondable.
• Adaptability and can learn quickly.

• Reliable vehicle, capable of navigating rough rural roads and making long
  road trips.
• Computer equipment, preferably a field-rugged laptop. (On occasion this
  equipment can be leased from SDR.)
• Meals, travel/fuel, and lodging. (Depending on the project, some expenses may
  be reimbursed.)
• Proof of automobile insurance.
• Tax withholdings, monthly invoicing/bookkeeping and medical coverage.

Contractors are paid by hour or by the unit (feature mapped or mile driven) and will
bid on individual jobs (subcontracts) offered by SDR. SDR provides some assistance
in locating lower-cost accommodations and free or low-cost RV sites.If you are
interested in this type of contract position or have experience in a related
industry (such as cable and utility mapping) please send your proposal to
sdrcareers@sdrmaps.com. Be sure to include the following information: description of your
employment history, explanation of related qualifications and/or skills, description of
reliable vehicle, proof of automobile insurance, copy of driver’s license, description of
computer equipment, references, availability, limitations or scheduling constraints,
and proposed hourly rate.