Rodperson

Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America | Full time

Your role

• Copies and scans field notes.
• Assists field supervisor (Geomaticist, Party Chief, etc) with all aspects of the daily workload.
• Sets up tripod and tribrachs over survey points.
• Cuts and clears brush and trees from line of survey, using brush hook, ax, or machete.
• Places survey stakes at designated points, as instructed.
• Cleans, carries and assumes responsibility for maintenance, proper use and safekeeping of all field instruments, equipment and tools.
• Ensures, through daily inspection, that survey vehicles have an adequate supply of equipment and materials for the day's operations.
• Maintains survey vehicles, parking area and office storage areas in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Willing and capable of learning how to operate instrumentation typical on a field data collection crew to include electronic total stations, electronic levels, GPS, HDS, and other equipment as needed.

About You

• High school diploma (or equivalent) required; related prior experience as a rod person or instrument operator preferred. No related experience is required.
• Interest in pursuing a Geomatics degree highly desirable.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions is vitally important.
• Ability to communicate effectively via electronic devices such as cell phones, radios, email, etc.
• Ability to work in a field and office environment.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold when working in the field.
• Ability to travel extensively out of town for work assignments.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Rewards & benefits

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options
• Flexible work options
• Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits

Pay

Expected compensation range is between $21-$30 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.