Field Survey Crew Chief — Lead & Deliver Precise Geomatics

Woolpert; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work

Ownership program

Flexible PTO

Career development

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Fitness reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

Woolpert is hiring a Survey Crew Chief in Ohio to lead a field survey team on diverse projects, including boundary and topographic surveys. You will operate total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, and data collectors, while ensuring data quality and adherence to timelines.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and communication with the Survey Team Leader, with about 50% travel and a base pay range of $27–$35 per hour. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience leading survey crews and field operations.
• Strong knowledge of surveying methods and practices.
• Ability to interpret maps, plans, and data.

Responsibilities

• Lead a survey crew to conduct field surveys (boundary, topographic, construction, as-built).
• Operate and maintain survey equipment (total stations, GNSS, laser scanners).
• Prepare detailed field notes and sketches documenting activities.

Skills

Crew leadership

Communication skills

Survey principles

Data analysis

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

Total stations

GNSS receivers

Data collectors

Levels

Job description

Woolpert is hiring a Survey Crew Chief in Ohio to lead a field survey team on diverse projects, including boundary and topographic surveys. You will operate total stations, GNSS receivers, laser scanners, and data collectors, while ensuring data quality and adherence to timelines.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, and communication with the Survey Team Leader, with about 50% travel and a base pay range of $27–$35 per hour. Visa sponsorship is not available.