Field Rodman: Survey Crew Support & Gear Setup

Pape-Dawson; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking an entry-level Rodman to support field surveying crews in The Woodlands, TX. The role involves assisting the Party Chief, carrying and setting up equipment, and helping ensure daily tasks run smoothly on site.

You will work outdoors in varied weather, assist with monument identification, and help maintain survey supplies and instruments for accurate measurements. This is a time-to-build opportunity with a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to grasp basic surveying concepts and techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction at all levels.
• Ability to follow directions and work with engineering staff and management.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather and terrain.
• Physical ability to lift and carry survey equipment up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clear brush and obstacles to maintain line of sight.
• Carry and set up rods, tripods, and prisms for staking and measurement.
• Load and unload survey equipment and supplies for assignments.
• Maintain survey supplies and ensure crew is prepared for daily tasks.
• Gather supplies, dig for corners, and cut lines.
• Identify monuments correctly for survey work.
• Plumb prisms to ensure accuracy of measurements.
• Measure distances using chains, tape, or other methods.
• Clean and maintain survey equipment.
• Complete other field surveying tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic surveying concepts

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Outdoor work tolerance

Physical capability (35 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking an entry-level Rodman to support field surveying crews in The Woodlands, TX. The role involves assisting the Party Chief, carrying and setting up equipment, and helping ensure daily tasks run smoothly on site.

You will work outdoors in varied weather, assist with monument identification, and help maintain survey supplies and instruments for accurate measurements. This is a time-to-build opportunity with a collaborative team.