Rod Person - Field Survey Crew

Stantec; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Survey Assistant in Plano, TX to support surveying and mapping activities under the guidance of a Senior Surveyor. You will collect land data, assist with data transfer, and help operate survey instruments in a dynamic team environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on surveying tasks, safe equipment handling, and collaboration with field crews to deliver accurate spatial data and maintain project readiness.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of surveying.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work well in a team.
• Ability to execute surveying tasks accurately, safely, and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Use basic knowledge of the general concepts of field survey work.
• Collect data on land shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions.
• Assist in transferring survey data to proper files in the network.
• Operate and maintain survey instruments and measuring devices including levels, robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
• Assist in laying out stakes, clearing line of survey, and handling surveying equipment safely.
• Maintain equipment and survey vehicle; ensure cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure safe operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature as assigned.

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

Your Opportunity

We provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. In this role you will work as a team member under the guidance of a Senior Surveyor, performing surveying, mapping and data collection activities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Use basic knowledge of the general concepts of field survey work.
• Collect data relevant to the shape, contour, location, elevation and dimension of land or land features.
• Assist in transferring survey data to the proper files in the computer network.
• Assist survey crew in operating and maintaining survey instruments and measuring devices including levels, robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
• Perform basic tasks including holding level rod, prism pole or tape at designated points, laying out stakes, and clearing brush and trees from line of survey with machete, brush hook or chainsaw.
• Maintain equipment and survey vehicle; clean and organize vehicle.
• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Basic knowledge of surveying.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to execute surveying tasks in an accurate, efficient, detailed and safe manner.
• Possess basic mathematical skills
• Physical ability to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain with the ability to lift/carry surveying equipment weighing up to 50lbs.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in related field would be considered an asset.
• Minimum of 0-2 years of experience in Land Surveying or related field is preferred.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full‑time and part‑time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

United States | TX | Plano

Organization

1720 CommDev-US Southwest-Plano TX

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Job Posting

07/07/2026 04:07:50

Req ID

1006611

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.