Instrument Operator - Surveying

WSP; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 67,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life coverage

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave and vacation

Paid parental leave

Paid time off for bereavement and voting

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Instrument Operator- Surveying for their Valhalla, NY office. In this role, you will support various projects, utilize survey instruments for field surveys, and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, effective communication skills, and a willingness to learn. WSP offers competitive compensation ranging from $41,000 to $67,760 depending on experience and other factors, as well as comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years of experience in surveying or related field.
• Valid driver's license with successful completion of motor vehicle screening.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys using survey instruments.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
• Support a wide variety of projects including transportation and environmental.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Proven track record of workplace safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Degree from a survey program

Job description

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Instrument Operator- Surveying for our Valhalla, NY office. Be involved in our Geospatial Survey team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Candidate can expect to be a supporting role for work on a wide variety of projects including transportation, environmental, water/wastewater, commercial, residential, solid waste, and energy from rural areas to urban areas.
• Utilize survey instruments to perform field surveys.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site‑specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies and surveys, and construction.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-2+ years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license. Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Must possess a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work outside in all climates.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non‑technical audience.
• Effective self‑leadership with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project‑specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree from a survey program
• 1-2 years of survey experience

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary: $41,000.00 - $67,760.00. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and may offer additional benefits and compensation, depending on circumstances and the type of work being performed not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

Job Info

• Job Identification 89122
• Posting Date 06/23/2026, 02:10 PM

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.