Entry-Level Construction Surveyor — Total Station & GPS

M.C. Dean; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

M.C. Dean in South Hill, VA is seeking a Surveyor 1 to join our field team. You will perform surveying measurements for job set-up, stake-out, and as-built records, ensuring work aligns with design drawings and specifications.

You will operate Total Station, GPS data collectors, and Auto Levels under the supervision of the Survey Chief. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Educational requirements include High School diploma or GED.
• 0+ years experience related to new construction surveying
• Proficient in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Proficient communication skills including verbal and written, interpersonal and organizational.
• Ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff with strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to commit to the company values.
• Ability to collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to travel as required which may include out of town travel.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a dependable vehicle with up-to-date inspection sticker to perform work related duties.
• Current surveyor license is preferred

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of survey equipment as the job demands and works on multiple jobs.
• The Survey Technician works under the direction of the Survey Chief.
• Assists in determining elevations and laying out stakes; marks points of measurement with required data; assists in measuring between points; places stakes at designated points and specified elevations.
• Operates all survey equipment including Total Station, GPS Data collector, and Auto Levels.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and pay close attention to detail.
• Able to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Willing to learn new concepts and adopt to new technologies.

Skills

Surveying basics

Communication skills

Math proficiency

Data collection

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Total Station

GPS Data Collector

Auto Levels

Job description

M.C. Dean in South Hill, VA is seeking a Surveyor 1 to join our field team. You will perform surveying measurements for job set-up, stake-out, and as-built records, ensuring work aligns with design drawings and specifications.

You will operate Total Station, GPS data collectors, and Auto Levels under the supervision of the Survey Chief. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, basic math skills, and the ability to travel as needed.