Geospatial Instrument Tech & Field Survey Lead (Remote)

Keeley Construction Group; Bowling Green (KY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Companies in the Geospatial Group is seeking an Instrument Man to support field surveys and provide precise data collection across project sites. This role requires travel to job sites and, when not traveling, the option to work remotely from home.

You will set up and operate GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors, assist with staking and surveys, and collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure accurate, high‑quality survey data.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field is a plus, or 3–5 years of experience.
• Basic surveying principles and field measurement techniques required.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, or survey data collection is a plus.
• Ability to learn and operate GPS, robotic total stations, and digital levels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assign specific tasks to crew members.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and clients.
• Organize and plan survey logistics.
• Act as the primary point of contact.
• Assist Survey Crew Chiefs and Project Surveyors in field operations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain survey equipment (GPS, total stations, levels, data collectors).
• Assist with staking and various surveys (boundary, topographic, as-built).
• Establish and recover survey control points and benchmarks.
• Verify measurements and assist in data quality checks.
• Maintain equipment and report issues to supervisors.
• Learn surveying standards and technology through field mentorship.

Skills

Basic surveying principles

Attention to data accuracy

Verbal and written communication

Outdoor work capability

Learn and develop professionally

Education

Bachelor's degree in Surveying / Geomatics / Civil Engineering

3-5 years related experience

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

Survey data collection systems

Job description

Keeley Companies in the Geospatial Group is seeking an Instrument Man to support field surveys and provide precise data collection across project sites. This role requires travel to job sites and, when not traveling, the option to work remotely from home.

You will set up and operate GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors, assist with staking and surveys, and collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure accurate, high‑quality survey data.