Land Survey Instrument Operator

Dewberry Engineers Incorporated; Lanham (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) profit-sharing plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Land Survey Instrument Operator in Maryland. The role involves assisting in various types of surveying while utilizing the latest technology. Applicants should have at least one year of survey experience, a high school diploma, and proficiency with Trimble equipment. Offered benefits include insurance packages, 401(k) plans, and potential bonuses. Salary range is $42,000–$54,000 annually, dependent on factors like skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of survey experience required.
• Must be physically able to work outdoors under all conditions.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload.
• Obey all safety regulations and assist in daily operations.
• Knowledge of data collectors and technology usage.

Skills

Survey experience

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Trimble survey equipment proficiency

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Trimble survey equipment

Trimble Survey Controller

Job description

Land Survey Instrument Operator

Job Description

Dewberry is currently seeking a Land Survey Instrument Operator. Applicant must be responsible, highly motivated, and a detail oriented individual interested in joining our Land Surveying department in our Maryland office as an Instrument Operator. Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a key member of a survey crew assisting in the performance of boundary, ALTA, topographic, right‑of‑way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, and construction surveys utilizing the latest equipment and surveying technology with the ability to supervise the crew or work independently if necessary.

This opportunity is open in any of our Maryland offices (Lanham, Baltimore, and Frederick) with the expectation of some travel to the other Dewberry offices.

Dewberry offers a comprehensive and competitive package of insurance programs to regular full‑time employees and their eligible dependents the first of the month following their date of hire. The insurance package includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life. Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee, include life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, business travel and accident, short‑term and long‑term disability. Employees pay a share of Dewberry’s premium expenses on a pre‑tax basis for medical and dental insurance plans.

Dewberry offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including a 401(k) profit‑sharing plan, 529 college savings plans, travel assistance, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental life insurance for employees, spouses, and children.

Positions within our officer program are also eligible for an annual bonus and stipend. Both vary based on level within the program and bonuses are dependent upon company performance.

In addition, a host of discounted purchase programs are available to all employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload.
• Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations.
• Daily uploading and downloading of data collectors.
• Daily care and charging of instrumentation.
• Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of one year of survey experience required.
• Must have a high‑school diploma (minimum).
• Must have good mathematical skills.
• Must have good computer and data‑collector skills.
• Must be proficient with the use of Trimble survey equipment (GPS, robotics, total stations, levels, and data collectors).
• Must be proficient with Trimble Survey Controller data‑collection software.
• Knowledge of 3‑D scanners is a plus.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving‑record check.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Must be dependable.
• Must be physically able to work outdoors and on construction sites under all weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat, and lift 50 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools, and boxes, in addition with the ability to stand for long periods on varied surfaces.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry will be required to submit to a background screening that may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving‑record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Notice to Third‑party recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry‑approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third‑party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.

Salary Range

The projected range for this position is $42,000–$54,000 annually in our Baltimore, MD office. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, and market conditions, the range may vary slightly.