Field Survey Operator — Hands-on Data & Gear Expert

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. seeks a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Hartford, CT.

You will help collect precise field data that supports transportation, infrastructure, land development, and construction projects, gaining valuable surveying experience and developing technical skills with advanced equipment. Primary duties include traveling to project sites, operating GPS receivers, total stations, and data collectors, and assisting with field

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degrees preferred.
• No prior experience required; internships or coursework welcome.
• Strong math skills and willingness to learn surveying.
• Ability to lift equipment and work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites to support field data collection and learn survey methods.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field equipment including GPS receivers, total stations, and data collectors.
• Assist Crew Chief in field calculations and data preparation.
• Support boundary, topographic, and construction surveys as part of a field team.

Skills

Math skills (Trigonometry & Geometry)

Teamwork

Time-management

Communication

Willingness to learn

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GPS receivers

Total stations

Electronic data collectors

Microsoft Office

Drone flight experience

NSPS CST Level I

Job description

CHA Consulting, Inc. seeks a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Hartford, CT.

You will help collect precise field data that supports transportation, infrastructure, land development, and construction projects, gaining valuable surveying experience and developing technical skills with advanced equipment. Primary duties include traveling to project sites, operating GPS receivers, total stations, and data collectors, and assisting with field