Junior Instrument Operator: Start Your Surveying Career

Atlas Surveying, Inc.; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Performance Bonuses

Opportunities for advancement

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Job summary

Atlas Surveying, Inc. in Charleston, SC, is seeking an Entry-Level Instrument Operator to join our field team.

You will support setup and operation of surveying equipment, assist experienced crews, and learn surveying fundamentals through our training program. No prior experience is required; you will work outdoors in varied weather, gain hands-on practice with total stations, GPS, and data collectors, and have opportunities for career advancement within a collaborative, safety-focused

Qualifications

• No prior surveying experience required; company provides training.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean record (for vehicle driving eligibility).
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to follow instructions and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and operation of surveying equipment (total stations, GPS, data collectors).
• Learn and apply basic surveying techniques under supervision.
• Perform tasks such as holding survey rods and measuring distances; record data accurately.
• Follow Crew Chief guidance to ensure efficient surveying operations.
• Maintain survey equipment and assist with equipment transport to job sites.
• Adhere to safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Physical endurance

Job description

Atlas Surveying, Inc. in Charleston, SC, is seeking an Entry-Level Instrument Operator to join our field team.

You will support setup and operation of surveying equipment, assist experienced crews, and learn surveying fundamentals through our training program. No prior experience is required; you will work outdoors in varied weather, gain hands-on practice with total stations, GPS, and data collectors, and have opportunities for career advancement within a collaborative, safety-focused