Field Survey Technician: Travel-Ready Data Collector

Thompson Engineering; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering in Shreveport, LA, seeks a full-time Survey Rodman to assist the Surveyor Party Chief in land surveying tasks and data collection. The role requires travel and the ability to operate survey instruments across project sites.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, basic math skills, good communication, and the willingness to follow verbal and written instructions while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple measurements.
• Basic math skills which include adding and subtracting numbers.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate total station, digital and automatic level, Topcon data collector, TDS software.
• Collect data for field level notes which is reported to the Surveyor Party Chief.
• Assist in loading and unloading survey equipment from the company vehicle.
• Ability to travel and stay overnight based on the workload of the Survey Department.
• Conduct all work activities in compliance with Thompson Holdings, Inc. Health, Safety & Environmental Management System, safety policies & procedures, safety execution plans and Job Safety and Environmental Analyses.

Skills

Reading measurements

Basic math

Effective communication

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Total station

Digital level

Topcon data collector

TDS software

Job description

Thompson Engineering in Shreveport, LA, seeks a full-time Survey Rodman to assist the Surveyor Party Chief in land surveying tasks and data collection. The role requires travel and the ability to operate survey instruments across project sites.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, basic math skills, good communication, and the willingness to follow verbal and written instructions while adhering to safety policies.