Survey Field Assistant

DUNAWAY ASSOCIATES LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company–m

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Employee referral bonus program

Company‑paid life insurance

Job summary

Dunaway Associates LLC in Austin, TX is seeking a Survey Field Assistant to join our civil and surveying team. You will support daily field operations under the Party Chief, performing prep tasks and assisting with staking and data collection.

This entry‑level role offers Fridays off typically, a predictable schedule, and opportunities for growth across multiple Texas offices. Candidates should have 0–1 year of field surveying experience and strong math and detail orientation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general field surveying methods and use of surveying equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for daily survey tasks by loading vehicles with necessary supplies and ensuring all equipment is charged, calibrated, and operational.
• Review and interpret various types of plans and drawings, such as site plans, boundary and highway plans, profiles, cross-sections, horizontal/vertical curves, pipeline and foundation plans, and existing/finished contours.
• Perform fundamental survey work including leveling, traversing, boundary, construction, topographic, and horizontal/vertical control surveys.
• Operate and perform basic field adjustments on survey equipment, including transits, total stations (manual and robotic), data collectors, levels, compasses, tribrachs, tripods, and GPS units (RTK, RTN, Static, etc.).
• Analyze and interpret control and boundary monument records and data sheets; locate and identify monuments in the field.
• Maintain an organized and orderly equipment storage area to ensure efficient access and inventory control.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mid-level math

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Tools

Transit

Total Station

GPS units

Data collectors

Levels

Compasses

Tribrachs

Tripods

RTK/RTN

Job description

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Survey Field Assistant

Full Time Regular Technical Austin, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1455

WHAT WE DO:

Dunaway is a professional services firm established in 1956, with offices in Fort Worth, Austin, Dallas, Farmersville, Houston, Midland, and San Antonio. We offer civil and structural engineering, planning + landscape architecture, survey, and construction inspection services to public and private clients throughout Texas.

As a multi-discipline firm with a staff of over 375+ positioned in our eight offices across the state of Texas – our firm’s size, location, and reputation allows us to provide local, specialized knowledge to each project and each client that we serve.

WHO WE ARE:

The Dunaway Difference is our three foundational components (represented by the waves in our logo): Core Values, One Heart and Profitable Growth. The combination of these three pillars creates a feeling and experience that is uniquely Dunaway.

One heart, all rowing in the same direction in unison together, while continuously seeking to exemplify our core values of Integrity, Respect, Honesty, Technical Excellence, Attitude of Service, Sense of Urgency and Responsiveness in everything we do.

Just like a crew race, we always look forward with the finish line in mind. Because when we win, our employees do too. Through our profitable growth, we provide opportunities, such as Profit-sharing, career advancement, and stability – just to name a few. These are just some of the reasons we were just named a Top Firm to Work for by Zweig!

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

Working under the direct supervision of the Party Chief, you will support daily surveying operations by handling all preparatory tasks and assisting with a variety of field surveying functions, including field staking and data collection. Enjoy the benefit of a flexible workweek—Fridays off are typically offered, with occasional Friday work required based on project deadlines or operational needs.

Once selected to join our team, you will:

• Prepare for daily survey tasks by loading vehicles with necessary supplies and ensuring all equipment is charged, calibrated, and operational.
• Review and interpret various types of plans and drawings, such as site plans, boundary and highway plans, profiles, cross-sections, horizontal/vertical curves, pipeline and foundation plans, and existing/finished contours.
• Perform fundamental survey work including leveling, traversing, boundary, construction, topographic, and horizontal/vertical control surveys.
• Operate and perform basic field adjustments on survey equipment, including transits, total stations (manual and robotic), data collectors, levels, compasses, tribrachs, tripods, and GPS units (RTK, RTN, Static, etc.).
• Analyze and interpret control and boundary monument records and data sheets; locate and identify monuments in the field.
• Maintain an organized and orderly equipment storage area to ensure efficient access and inventory control.
• Other duties as assigned.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of general field surveying methods and use of surveying equipment

SKILLS:

• Proficient with mid-level math
• High attention to detail
• Good analytical skills

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-1 years of experience

BENEFITS SNAPSHOT

Dunaway offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support stability, wellbeing, and long‑term success, including:

• Primarily field‑based role with predictable scheduling and built‑in work‑life balance
• Competitive base compensation
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, including company HSA contributions
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year, plus paid holidays and floating holidays
• PTO exchange option
• Wellness and mental health resources, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑and long‑term disability coverage
• Paid military leave
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee‑owned company culture with a shared‑success mindset

Work schedule and flexibility vary by role and project needs.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Dunaway in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1‑B or any other work visa petitions.