Geospatial Rodman: Field Survey Technician

Keeley Construction Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

You'll assist crews, learn survey equipment operations, and grow into Instrument Man or Crew Chief roles while maintaining safety and quality in a dynamic field environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Surveying or Geomatics/Geospatial Sciences, or 3–5 years of related experience.
• Basic understanding of mathematics, measurements, and geometry.
• Willingness to learn surveying procedures, equipment, and software.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Good verbal communication and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist survey crews with field surveying and construction layout activities.
• Hold survey rods, prisms, GPS equipment, and other measurement tools as directed by the Instrument Man or Crew Chief.
• Support the collection of topographic, boundary, as-built, and construction staking data.
• Assist in establishing, locating, and recovering survey control points and benchmarks.
• Help transport, set up, and maintain survey equipment and supplies.
• Learn proper operation and care of total stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Record field notes and measurements accurately and legibly.
• Assist with locating property corners, monuments, and other survey markers.
• Maintain awareness of traffic, construction activities, and site hazards while working in the field.
• Follow company safety procedures and participate in daily safety meetings.
• Assist with site preparation and cleanup activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with crew members to ensure efficient field operations.
• Support quality control efforts by verifying measurements and helping identify discrepancies.
• Demonstrate initiative in learning survey methods, equipment, and industry standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of survey operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Surveying

Tools

GPS equipment

Total stations

Data collectors

Prisms

Job description

You'll assist crews, learn survey equipment operations, and grow into Instrument Man or Crew Chief roles while maintaining safety and quality in a dynamic field environment.