Geospatial Instrument Technician — Field Survey Lead

Keeley Construction Group; Kansas City (KS); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Construction Group is hiring an Instrument Man for our Geospatial Group in St. Louis, MO. This role requires travel to jobsites; when not traveling, you may work remotely from home. You will support field survey operations and coordinate with engineers, project managers and clients.

The position emphasizes learning surveying standards, operating equipment, and ensuring data accuracy, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth within Keeley Companies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics or related field is a plus; or 3–5 years of applicable experience.
• Basic understanding of surveying principles and field measurement techniques.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software, or survey data collection systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assign specific tasks to crew members and coordinate with engineers, PMs, and clients.
• Set up, operate, and maintain survey equipment (GPS, total stations, levels).
• Assist with construction staking, boundary, topo and as-built surveys.

Skills

Basic survey concepts

Learn survey equipment

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's in Surveying or related

3-5 years experience acceptable

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS software

Job description

Keeley Construction Group is hiring an Instrument Man for our Geospatial Group in St. Louis, MO. This role requires travel to jobsites; when not traveling, you may work remotely from home. You will support field survey operations and coordinate with engineers, project managers and clients.

The position emphasizes learning surveying standards, operating equipment, and ensuring data accuracy, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth within Keeley Companies.