Field Survey Technician & Instrument Operator

NV5; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a motivated Field Survey Technician to support boundary, topographic, construction, utility, and transportation surveys. Operate survey instruments, record field data, assist with computations, set control points, and work outdoors in varied conditions, sometimes lifting up to 50 pounds.

A high school diploma and interest in surveying are required, with a valid driver’s license preferred. NV5 offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong interest in land surveying, engineering, construction, or related fields.
• Ability to learn and operate survey equipment and technology.
• Ability to accurately record and organize field data. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and rugged terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry survey equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey instruments including total stations, digital levels, GPS equipment, and data collectors.
• Assist the Party Chief with daily field survey activities on a variety of projects, including boundary, topographic, construction, utility, and transportation surveys.
• Accurately record field measurements, observations, and survey data in field books and electronic data collection systems.
• Perform field calculations and assist with survey computations as needed.
• Set survey monuments, stakes, and control points according to project requirements.
• Maintain, clean, inventory, and properly store survey equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with downloading and organizing survey files and field data.
• Follow project schedules and support the completion of assignments in a timely manner.

Skills

Surveying interest

Equipment operation

Data recording

Attention to detail

Communication

Outdoor work

Lift 50 lbs

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

GPS equipment

Data collectors

Total stations

Job description

NV5 is seeking a motivated Field Survey Technician to support boundary, topographic, construction, utility, and transportation surveys. Operate survey instruments, record field data, assist with computations, set control points, and work outdoors in varied conditions, sometimes lifting up to 50 pounds.

A high school diploma and interest in surveying are required, with a valid driver’s license preferred. NV5 offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development in a