Field Instrument Operator & Survey Support

BL Companies, Inc.; Uniontown (OH); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 paid holidays + Christmas to NewYear

Generous PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k with matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

BL Companies is seeking an Instrument Operator to support survey field operations for land development, transportation, energy, and infrastructure projects.

Working under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief, you will assist with data collection, construction layout, boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys while ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality standards are met. This role offers opportunities to work in hybrid environments and travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 0-3 years of survey field experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey equipment, including GPS/GNSS receivers, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Assist with boundary, topographic, utility, ALTA, and construction stakeout surveys.
• Set up and maintain survey equipment and field control points.
• Collect, record, and verify field data and measurements.
• Assist with construction layout and staking activities.
• Maintain field notes and support data transfer for office processing.
• Follow company safety standards and project-specific requirements.
• Travel to project sites as needed.

Skills

GPS/GNSS

Robotic total station

Survey field procedures

Data collection/field measurements

Outdoor work in varying weather

Education

High school diploma

Job description

BL Companies is seeking an Instrument Operator to support survey field operations for land development, transportation, energy, and infrastructure projects.

Working under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief, you will assist with data collection, construction layout, boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys while ensuring accuracy, safety, and quality standards are met. This role offers opportunities to work in hybrid environments and travel to project sites as needed.