Field Surveyor

DiPrete Engineering; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with company contribution

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional development

Job summary

DiPrete Engineering in Cranston, RI is hiring a Field Surveyor to collect precise field data for topographic, boundary, and construction stakeout tasks.

You will operate total stations, GPS/GNSS, and data collectors, establish control points, perform quality checks, and collaborate with crew chiefs and project managers. A valid driver's license and a high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Experience operating survey equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors.
• Establish and verify survey control points and benchmarks.
• Perform topographic, boundary, and construction stakeout work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Total stations

GPS/GNSS

Data collectors

Job description

Field Surveyor

Cranston, RI | Full-Time | Survey Department

JOIN A GROWING SURVEY TEAM AT DIPRETE ENGINEERING

DiPrete Engineering is a leading civil engineering, land planning, permitting, and land surveying firm serving clients throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and beyond. For over 35 years, our team has helped shape communities through innovative engineering and surveying solutions.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Field Surveyor, you will play a key role in collecting precise field data and supporting project delivery across:

• Topographic surveys
• Boundary surveys
• Construction layout and stakeout
• Control point establishment and verification

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Operating total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors
• Establishing and verifying survey control points and benchmarks
• Performing topographic, boundary, and construction stakeout work
• Conducting quality checks to ensure accurate and complete field data
• Troubleshooting basic equipment and field-related issues
• Maintaining and calibrating survey equipment
• Collaborating with crew chiefs, project managers, and office staff to support project execution
• Following all safety standards and field procedures

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license required
• One or more years of surveying, construction, civil engineering, or related field experience preferred
• Experience operating survey equipment such as total stations and GPS/GNSS systems is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work outdoors in varied conditions and terrain
• Ability to lift and carry field equipment up to 50 lbs.

WHY JOIN DIPRETE ENGINEERING?

We offer more than a job we offer a career. At DiPrete Engineering, you'll work with a team of experienced professionals on meaningful projects, with a clear path to advancement from Field Surveyor to Crew Chief and beyond.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities