Survey Field Technician (Instrument Operator)

NV5; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, dental, and supplemental保险

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid Life & AD&D

Company paid Disability

401K Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

NV5 is seeking a full-time Survey Field Technician (Instrument Operator) for our Cary, NC office. This entry-level position will assist the Party Chief and Survey Coordinator for timely completion of assignments.

The role involves operating survey equipment, recording data, maintaining gear, and assisting with field calculations. Travel and a valid driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 0–2 years of land surveying experience.
• Valid driver’s license before employment or ability to obtain one.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate the survey total station and level instruments.
• Record survey data in field books.
• Maintain all survey equipment.
• Assist party chief with survey files and field calculations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Patient

Service oriented

Mathematical ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Total Station

Level instruments

Job description

Position Summary

NV5 is seeking a full-timeSurvey Field Technician - (Instrument Operator), for our Cary, NC office. This entry level position will assist the Party Chief and Survey Coordinator for timely completion of assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate the survey total station and level instruments.
• Record survey data in field books.
• Maintain all survey equipment.
• Assist party chief with survey files and field calculations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2 years of land surveying experience
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment-preferred
• Ability to travel.

Behavioral traits, attitudes, and skills required for this position

• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal
• Attention to detail
• Quality oriented
• Patient
• Team oriented
• Responds well to constructive criticism
• Service oriented demeanor
• Mathematical competence for construction and survey computations

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Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Working Conditions

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• This position will be subject to outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
• Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.