Field Survey Technician – Geospatial Data Capture

Gdbgeospatial; West Henrietta (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Training programs

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to support field surveys alongside a Crew Chief. You will set up and operate survey equipment such as robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, levels, and 3D laser scanners, and collect geospatial data for boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveys.

You will gain hands‑on experience with a range of survey equipment while contributing to daily crew success and project completion, in a role requiring outdoor work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior surveying industry experience preferred.
• Comfort with technology and learning new equipment.
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow directions.
• Willingness to work outdoors year‑round in varying weather and environments.
• Able to travel and stay overnight for projects; valid driver's license; clean background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Support daily field surveys under Crew Chief guidance.
• Set up/operate survey equipment (robotic total stations, GNSS, levels).
• Collect geospatial data with controllers and software; perform calculations.
• Read/interp maps and survey data to guide fieldwork.
• Record clear field notes and measurements under supervision.
• Load/unload and care for survey gear; keep tools clean.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Willingness to learn

Team collaboration

Adjust to outdoor conditions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Levels

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to support field surveys alongside a Crew Chief. You will set up and operate survey equipment such as robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, levels, and 3D laser scanners, and collect geospatial data for boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveys.

You will gain hands‑on experience with a range of survey equipment while contributing to daily crew success and project completion, in a role requiring outdoor work