Instrument Operator / Land Surveyor

Gaskins + LeCraw a Pape-Dawson Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaskins + LeCraw a Pape-Dawson Company in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an Instrument Operator / Land Surveyor to support field surveys and assist the Party Chief. You will operate surveying instruments, gather precise data, and help ensure accurate boundary and topographic information for our projects.

Join a three-person crew dedicated to delivering high-quality land surveying work. This role requires hands-on field skills, teamwork, and the ability to follow directions in varying terrains and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Experience in land surveying or a related role.
• Basic ability to operate survey instruments and collect data.
• Ability to perform minor field calculations and analyze spatial data.
• Ability to work in a team and follow supervisor directions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs and work in various terrains.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload surveying supplies and equipment.
• Inspect and test survey equipment for proper functionality.
• Operate data collectors, Total Stations, levels, and GPS-RTK receivers.
• Conduct field work to locate features and determine measurements.
• Record survey data and assist in preparing sketches and notes.
• Provide basic guidance to Rodmen as directed.
• Perform additional survey tasks as directed by the Party Chief.

Skills

Teamwork

Following directions

Field endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED certification

Tools

Surveying instruments operation

Job description

Gaskins + LeCraw has joined the Pape-Dawson family!

Pape-Dawson is seeking an Instrument Operator / Land Surveyor for their Fort Worth, TX office.

The Instrument Operator is responsible for operating surveying instruments and assisting the Party Chief in conducting field surveys. This position is part of a three-person crew and supports the successful completion of land surveying projects.

Responsibilities:

• Load and unload surveying supplies and equipment from trucks.
• Inspect and test survey equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Operate surveying instruments such as data collectors, Total Stations, levels, and GPS-RTK Receivers under supervision.
• Conduct field work to determine the location of natural and man-made features on land surfaces.
• Assist in gathering precise measurements of lines, angles, points, areas, elevations, and boundaries.
• Compile notes, sketches, and records of survey data and work performed.
• Provide basic guidance to Rodmen as directed by the Party Chief.
• Perform additional survey tasks as directed by the Party Chief.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Experience in land surveying or a related role.
• Basic ability to operate and obtain land survey data using surveying instruments.
• Ability to perform minor field calculations and analyze spatial and technical data.
• Familiarity with land surveying procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow directions from supervisors.
• Physical ability to lift and carry survey equipment up to 35 lbs. and work in various terrains and weather conditions.
• Dependable and reliable.