Field Survey Instrument Operator – GPS/Robotic

ESP Associates, Inc.; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

PTO & 10 paid holidays

Volunteer Time Off

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

Teladoc Behavioral Medicine

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

ESP Associates, Inc. seeks a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Hendersonville, NC team. You will operate conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying equipment in the field, collect survey data, and complete daily field documentation.

This role supports route surveying, SUE, and utility mapping as part of a multidisciplinary firm across engineering, surveying, planning, and geosciences. Travel and outdoor work are required.

Qualifications

• Land surveying experience preferred.
• Knowledge of conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying functions (static, RTK, VRS).
• Experience with Trimble data collection, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations required.
• Route surveying, SUE, and utility mapping experience a plus.
• Knowledge of Excel, navigation programs, and Trimble Data Transfer a plus.
• Willingness to travel; outdoor environment.
• Drug screen, background check, and driving record requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate conventional, robotic, and GPS survey equipment including RTK and VRS.
• Collect field data using Trimble devices and robotic total stations.
• Support route surveying, SUE, and utility mapping projects as needed.
• Download and submit daily field data files.
• Prepare and organize field sketches and digital photographs.
• Complete daily checklists, timesheets, and vehicle navigation.

Skills

Land surveying experience

Travel readiness

Tools

Trimble data collection

GPS receivers

Robotic total stations

Microsoft Excel

Navigation programs

Trimble Data Transfer

Job description

ESP Associates, Inc. seeks a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Hendersonville, NC team. You will operate conventional, robotic, and GPS surveying equipment in the field, collect survey data, and complete daily field documentation.

This role supports route surveying, SUE, and utility mapping as part of a multidisciplinary firm across engineering, surveying, planning, and geosciences. Travel and outdoor work are required.