Field Survey Instrument Operator I | Boundary & Topography

Bowman Consulting; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowman is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator I to join our team in Indianapolis, IN. This entry-level role operates survey instruments and supports field surveys for public and private clients.

You will perform calculations, stakeouts, and help maintain equipment while travelling as needed. The position offers growth in a collaborative, safety-focused environment with learning opportunities in boundary, topography, and ALTA surveys, with travel and overtime as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; relevant experience considered.
• College or technical courses in mathematics and surveying.
• Entry level position; any survey or construction experience is a plus.
• Familiar with boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate survey equipment including total-station, data collector, leveling and GPS.
• Perform survey calculations and stakeout tasks using applicable equipment.
• Maintain survey equipment and stock survey truck with supplies.
• Make accuracy and calibration checks on equipment used.
• Travel and overtime required.

Skills

Survey instrument operation

Boundary surveys

Topography surveys

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maths and surveying courses

Tools

Total-station

Data collector

GPS

Level

Job description

Bowman is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator I to join our team in Indianapolis, IN. This entry-level role operates survey instruments and supports field surveys for public and private clients.

You will perform calculations, stakeouts, and help maintain equipment while travelling as needed. The position offers growth in a collaborative, safety-focused environment with learning opportunities in boundary, topography, and ALTA surveys, with travel and overtime as required.