Field Survey Instrument Tech: Calibration & Maintenance

Cinterra; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinterra in North Carolina is seeking a detail-oriented Survey Instrument Technician to calibrate, maintain, and operate survey instruments in the field and on site. You will support surveyors, record calibration activities, manage equipment inventory, and help ensure safety standards.

A minimum of 1 year in industrial construction or surveying is required, with travel to field sites and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in industrial construction with layout or survey responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and calibration procedures.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to complete pre-employment checks (background, drug screen, MVR).
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to field sites.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, maintain, and repair survey instruments such as total stations, GPS equipment, levels, and theodolites.
• Assist surveyors in setting up and operating survey instruments in the field.
• Ensure equipment functions correctly and complies with safety and quality standards.
• Record and document calibration and maintenance activities.
• Support data collection by preparing and troubleshooting survey instruments.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of survey equipment.

Skills

Survey instruments

Calibration

Maintenance

Team communication

Travel readiness

Problem solving

Tools

Total stations

GPS equipment

Levels

Theodolites

Job description

Cinterra in North Carolina is seeking a detail-oriented Survey Instrument Technician to calibrate, maintain, and operate survey instruments in the field and on site. You will support surveyors, record calibration activities, manage equipment inventory, and help ensure safety standards.

A minimum of 1 year in industrial construction or surveying is required, with travel to field sites and a valid driver's license.