Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator

Exactaland; Worthington, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life & Disability Insurance

Job summary

Exacta, dba Landmark Survey Group, is seeking a Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator to assist in preparing survey sites. Work is outdoors year-round in various conditions, with lifting up to 70 pounds occasionally and frequent 30-pound lifts.

Location focus includes Worthington, OH, and nearby areas. Under supervision, you will help transport and set up surveying instruments, maintain gear, and support field crews in data collection and site preparation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of surveying experience desired.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform unit conversions and basic math (algebra/trigonometry).
• Experience operating survey instruments (total station, data collector, GPS).

Responsibilities

• Check, clean and adjust survey instruments as needed.
• Inspect company vehicle and maintain equipment readiness.
• Secure equipment at end of day and manage supplies.
• Set stakes, clear underbrush and prepare sites for surveys.
• Take measurements and assist with field assignments.
• Learn data collectors, coding and company surveying procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Total Station

GPS

Data Collector

Cad Drafting

Algebra/Trigonometry

Cloud-based Solutions

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Cad Drafting

Job description

Description

EXACTA, dba Landmark Survey Group is one of the nation’s premier residential and commercial Survey Field Crewing companies. Exacta provides services in Ohio, Illinois, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, and Texas. Services include all types of residential, commercial, construction and ALTA/NSPS surveys with a commitment of accurate and timely delivery to our clients. Our surveys provide an important component for real estate type transactions involving buyers and sellers, title companies, lenders, attorneys, and real estate agents.

Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Field Crew Chief and Field Crew Manager, the Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator will be responsible for assisting with preparing job sites for surveys. This work is performed outdoors year-round in various weather conditions. Requires the ability to move in various standing and sitting positions and the ability to lift 30 pounds frequently and up to 70 pounds occasionally (with assistance).

Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Schedule

Monday through Friday with some weekends required during seasonal months as scheduled by the supervisor.

Ideal candidate will be located in the Worthington, OH area.

Requirements

Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Position Responsibilities:

• Check, clean and adjust instruments as needed
• Check the general operative condition of assigned work vehicle (gas, oil, tire pressure)
• Secure vehicle equipment at the end of each workday
• Maintain inventory by identifying and communicating needed supplies required for all work assignments
• Sharpen cutting tools
• Using a machete, shovel and sledgehammer or other appropriate tools
• Transport and setup the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for survey
• Clear underbrush, set stakes and/or pins into ground as directed
• Take measurements and readings and assist the Field Crew Chief in accomplishing field assignments in an efficient manner
• Become familiar with data collectors, descriptions, coding and techniques and company standardized information
• Performs other related duties as required

Survey Field Crew Instrument Operator Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED diploma required.
• Two years job related experience in the surveying industry desired.
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record that meets our insurance requirements
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide and perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance and understand algebra, trigonometry, and geometry.
• Able to operate instruments required for the collection or distribution of survey data (total station, data collector, GPS).
• Proficient in the independent application and use of job-related software/e-technology/cloud-based solutions
• Cad drafting experience a plus.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Salary
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits – Accident, Critical Illness, Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Child Birth Recovery Related Leave

EXACTA , dba Landmark Survey Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Exacta Employee Value Proposition

Exacta offers a fulfilling career where your contributions are valued, and you can make a difference. Exciting career advancement opportunities, a clear path for professional development, competitive pay and benefits are available for each team member.

Exacta is a mission and values driven organization. At our core, is Exacta’s mission to “provide peace of mind to our clients and make their lives easier". We perform that mission with a commitment to always doing the right thing – for our clients, for our team members and for the community.

Join our rapidly growing company where you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who care, and who will inspire and challenge you each and every day!

Exacta – Unlimited Boundaries!