Field Survey Instrument Operator - Data-Driven Impact

Colliers Engineering & Design; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)/Roth

Paid time off

Parental leave

Military leave

Education reimbursement

Mentorship program

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Instrument Person to join our survey crew in Holmdel, NJ. This role supports field surveys, data collection from the ground and subsurface, and safety compliance.

You will operate Total Stations, GPS and data collectors, upload field data, drive the survey vehicle when needed, and help maintain equipment. A strong team player with basic math and English communication skills is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Demonstrate basic organizational skills and prioritizingskills.
• Intermediate knowledge of surveying practices and equipment.
• Ability to effectively operate/handle surveying equipment.
• Effectively work as a team, collaborate, contribute and respect others.
• Basic knowledge of math, geometry and trigonometry for the purpose of performing calculations.
• Travel required occasionally, must be able to drive for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Chief in field surveys.
• Perform assignments using standard equipment, work and safety methods.
• Use Total Stations, Data Collector, GPS and other equipment to collect data.
• Upload and download all field data collections.
• May be required to drive the Survey vehicle.
• Transport and set up the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Uses appropriate safety equipment and follows established work safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of the survey instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Assist with maintaining equipment and stocking the survey vehicle.
• Maintain, load and stock all supplies in the truck.

Skills

Surveying equipment handling

Math basics (geometry & trigonometry)

Team collaboration

English reading/writing

Education

High School/GED or equivalent

Job description

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Instrument Person to join our survey crew in Holmdel, NJ. This role supports field surveys, data collection from the ground and subsurface, and safety compliance.

You will operate Total Stations, GPS and data collectors, upload field data, drive the survey vehicle when needed, and help maintain equipment. A strong team player with basic math and English communication skills is preferred.