Entry Level Survey Rodman (Construction)

Actalent; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a field-focused teammate for underground utility exploration in Tampa, FL. The role blends hands-on digging, use of utility locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar, and safe operation of heavy gear in challenging conditions.

This contract-to-hire position requires readiness for overtime and travel, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. As part of a small crew, you will mark utilities, verify depths with test holes, and perform routine equipment maintenance.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

This role focuses on underground utility exploration as part of subsurface utility engineering (SUE) projects. You will use advanced underground utility locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar to identify and mark utilities, then dig test holes to measure their depth and verify locations. The position combines hands‑on field work, heavy physical labor, and the use of cutting‑edge technology to support safe excavation and construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform underground utility exploration using utility locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar to identify and mark subsurface utilities.
• Dig test holes to expose underground utilities and accurately measure their depth and position.
• Operate Vac Truck equipment to safely excavate around utilities and remove soil and debris.
• Use tools such as jackhammers, pogo-tampers, concrete saws, compressor blowers, vacuum hoses, and air lances during excavation and utility verification work.
• Carry out daily basic maintenance and care of all assigned equipment to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Work as part of a 2-3 person crew to complete field assignments efficiently and safely.
• Perform general labor and construction‑related tasks associated with subsurface utility engineering and excavation projects.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working around underground utilities and operating heavy equipment.
• Travel to out‑of‑town project sites as needed, including overnight stays during the workweek.
• Report to the office early each morning, ride in the crew truck to job sites, and complete full‑day field assignments with required overtime.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience working outside in a labor or construction position is highly preferred.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor, including extensive digging and handling of heavy tools and equipment.
• Experience in general labor, construction, or excavation environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat and challenging weather conditions.
• Familiarity with utility locating equipment and subsurface utility engineering practices.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) check.
• Willingness and availability to travel out of town, typically every other month for up to a week at a time (Monday-Friday).
• Ability to work daily overtime, typically 5-10 hours per week, as required by project needs.
• Strong teamwork skills to work effectively in small field crews.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may depend on specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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