Field Survey Tech & Instrument Operator - Travel Per Diem

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a field survey assistant to support field crews in gathering data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. You will assist under a Crew Chief, operate survey instruments, and ensure accurate field notes and data collection.

The role requires basic surveying knowledge, one year of industry experience, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to project locations is possible; per diem is provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year industry experience.
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
• Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems
• Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels
• Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations
• Read and interpret various types of maps and plans
• Complete neat and orderly field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief
• Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies
• Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
• Ability to travel out of state to project locations (Full Per Diem included)

Skills

Outdoor work

Travel availability

Field data collection

Basic surveying knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a field survey assistant to support field crews in gathering data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. You will assist under a Crew Chief, operate survey instruments, and ensure accurate field notes and data collection.

The role requires basic surveying knowledge, one year of industry experience, and a valid driver’s license. Travel to project locations is possible; per diem is provided.