Instrument Operator

Responsibilities

• Aid in coordinating field activities, including the operation, performance, and maintenance of all survey equipment.
• Possess field experience in various types of land surveying, including boundary, topographic, physical, and construction stake-out, and have a history in data collection and instrument operations.
• Operate field equipment such as conventional total stations and data collectors, providing front-end locations and stakeouts, and supporting tasks assigned by the Party Chief.
• May oversee a field crew's daily operations of all field activities, including boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys, and construction layout.
• Perform field calculations, note-taking, and quality checks to ensure accurate data setup, breakdown, and safe equipment transport.
• Follow firm safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safe field operations.
• Perform all other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of experience in land surveying or related fieldwork.
• Familiarity with modern survey instruments and data collectors.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license with an unrestricted driving record.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.
• Interest in long-term career growth within surveying.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Physical ability to work outdoors on project sites that may extend several miles, carry equipment, and walk throughout the day.
• Experience with Nikon- Carlson GPS, Topcon Total Stations, and TDS Data Collectors (a plus).
• Working knowledge of Static and RTK GPS (desired but not required).