Field Instrument Technician — Survey & Control

Topographic, CO; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Topographic, Inc. seeks a Field Rod Person/Instrument Tech to perform topographic and pipeline survey tasks in the Oklahoma City area. You will work with a small crew handling field data, line-of-sight clearing, and monument locating.

The role requires carrying heavy loads, long hours, and relocation to meet project needs; valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be physically able to work long hours and carry heavy loads.
• Relocation is required.

Responsibilities

• Work primarily in the field on control, topographic surveys, and pipeline surveys as Rod Person/Instrument Tech of a two or three-person field crew at an assigned worksite.
• Cut and remove brush and undergrowth for line-of-sight.
• Performs mathematical calculations and field checking of field data.
• Read and understand plans and specifications.
• Know basic sources of measurement errors.
• Dig ground using a pick, shovel, and other hand tools to search for and locate survey monuments.
• Hold and plum rod in obtaining elevations and distances.
• Drive stakes to set grades on construction projects.
• Know, understand, and demonstrate safe working/operating methods of assigned tools and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Topographic, Inc. seeks a Field Rod Person/Instrument Tech to perform topographic and pipeline survey tasks in the Oklahoma City area. You will work with a small crew handling field data, line-of-sight clearing, and monument locating.

The role requires carrying heavy loads, long hours, and relocation to meet project needs; valid driver’s license and ability to pass background checks are essential.