Field Survey Instrument Operator - Travel Required

Accura Engineering; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering in Birmingham, AL is seeking a field surveying technician to collect data, assist the Party Chief, and operate surveying instruments across site-scale projects. You will ensure accurate measurements, coordinate with clients, and maintain equipment in varied field conditions.

The role requires 1+ years of land surveying experience, GDOT familiarity, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. Competitive benefits and a team-focused environment are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years using data collectors, robotic/non-robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
• 1+ years land surveying experience.
• Experience with GDOT.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Willing to train candidates without the listed experience.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.
• Must be willing and able to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect data using company standards for descriptions and line coding.
• Assist Party Chief in running field operations.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments to measure elevations, angles and distances.
• Coordinate with office staff and clients.
• Adhere to survey regulations and Accura procedures.
• Monitor daily timesheets, reports and vehicle inspections.
• Perform calculations to establish reference points.
• Interpret maps, plats, blueprints, and specs.
• Keep instruments calibrated for accuracy.
• Oversee surveying in the absence of the Party Chief.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Data collection

Survey instruments

Team coordination

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Total stations

GPS equipment

Electronic distance measuring

Job description

Accura Engineering in Birmingham, AL is seeking a field surveying technician to collect data, assist the Party Chief, and operate surveying instruments across site-scale projects. You will ensure accurate measurements, coordinate with clients, and maintain equipment in varied field conditions.

The role requires 1+ years of land surveying experience, GDOT familiarity, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. Competitive benefits and a team-focused environment are offered.