Field Survey Technician & Instrument Operator

SAM; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

SAM, a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions, is seeking a Field Technician to support field crews across boundary, topo, and construction surveys. You will work outdoors year-round, operating survey instruments and maintaining field notes under the guidance of a Crew Chief.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with the ability to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• One year industry experience.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments.
• 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.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

SAM, a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions, is seeking a Field Technician to support field crews across boundary, topo, and construction surveys. You will work outdoors year-round, operating survey instruments and maintaining field notes under the guidance of a Crew Chief.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with the ability to travel as needed.