Field Survey Instrument Operator

Centurion Planning & Design LLC; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Planning & Design LLC is seeking a full-time Instrument Man to support our Survey Department in Texas. This role involves operating surveying equipment, collecting field measurements, and assisting with construction staking for civil and infrastructure projects.

The position requires reliability, basic math skills, and the ability to work outdoors. Training on Trimble instruments and safety procedures will be provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in land surveying or construction field preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, data collectors, and other surveying instruments.
• Experience with Trimble surveying equipment and Trimble Access software is a plus.
• Basic math skills including fractions, decimals, percentages, geometry, and measurements.
• Ability to read and understand basic construction plans, engineering drawings, and survey documents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate field measurements and documentation.
• Must be dependable, punctual, and consistently arrive to work on time.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while also working effectively as part of a survey crew.
• Good communication skills and willingness to take direction from the Survey Party Chief.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic survey data collection systems.
• Ability to safely lift and carry 50 pounds or more of surveying equipment and supplies.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
• Ability to walk long distances over uneven terrain and perform repetitive bending, lifting, standing, and carrying.
• Willingness and ability to learn new surveying techniques, equipment, and procedures.
• Commitment to following company safety policies and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Valid Texas driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Survey Party Chief in field survey operations for civil engineering, land development, construction, and infrastructure projects.
• Set up, operate, and maintain surveying equipment, including robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, data collectors, levels, and related field instruments.
• Assist with boundary, topographic, construction staking, as-built, control, and other field surveys as assigned.
• Collect and record accurate field measurements, including distances, angles, elevations, and coordinates.
• Assist with establishing and verifying horizontal and vertical survey control points and benchmarks.
• Perform construction staking activities for utilities, paving, grading, structures, drainage systems, and other site improvements under the direction of the Survey Party Chief.
• Assist with locating property corners, survey monuments, and other physical features.
• Maintain accurate field notes, electronic survey data, photographs, and other project documentation.
• Perform basic field calculations and verify measurements to ensure accuracy and completeness.Assist with reading and interpreting construction plans, engineering drawings, plats, and other survey-related documents.
• Communicate with the Survey Party Chief regarding field conditions, equipment issues, and potential discrepancies.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment around construction activities, traffic, heavy equipment, and varying terrain.

Skills

Basic math

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Dependable and punctual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Robotic total stations

GPS/GNSS receivers

Data collectors

Trimble surveying equipment

Trimble Access software

Job description

Centurion Planning & Design LLC is seeking a full-time Instrument Man to support our Survey Department in Texas. This role involves operating surveying equipment, collecting field measurements, and assisting with construction staking for civil and infrastructure projects.

The position requires reliability, basic math skills, and the ability to work outdoors. Training on Trimble instruments and safety procedures will be provided as part of the role.