Instrument Person - Survey

POSITION OVERVIEW

As an Instrument Person at LJA Surveying, you will be responsible for transporting and setting up instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for survey.

TYPICAL DAY

• Party Chief gives direction for this position
• Transport and set up instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for survey
• Clear brush or trees away from survey line
• Lays out stakes to prepare for elevation measurements
• Holding prism pole steady for the surveyor to help determine elevations of different points
• Measures how far different points are from each other horizontally

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

HS Graduate or GED

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external clients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional lifting/carrying of 25 pounds and up to 50 pounds
• Driving to and from various project sites
• Walking and working outdoors under variable weather conditions

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

• We are 100% employee-owned
• We are consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• We have an internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• We champion continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

BENEFITS

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.