Survey Instrument Operator

Accura Engineering; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401k match

Paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering in Nashville is seeking a Survey Field Technician to collect data, assist the Party Chief in field operations, and operate survey instruments in varied environments.

You will interpret maps, keep safety protocols, and coordinate with office staff and clients while traveling as required. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years using data collectors, robotic and non-robotic total stations, and GPS equipment.
• 1+ years in land surveying.
• GDOT experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.
• Willing to train suitable candidates with less experience.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Must be willing and able to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Collect data using company standards for descriptions and line coding.
• Assist Party Chief in field operations.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments (transits, level, theodolite, EDM).
• Coordinate with office staff and clients.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal survey regulations and Accura procedures.
• Monitor daily timesheets, reports and vehicle inspections.
• Perform calculations to establish reference points.
• Interpret maps, plats, blueprints and specifications.
• Clean and adjust survey instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Oversee surveying activities in the absence of the Survey Party Chief.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Data collection

Field operations

Travel readiness

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Driver's license

Tools

Total stations (robotic)

GPS equipment

Survey instruments

Job description

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Candidates must be able to collect data using company standards for descriptions and line coding.
• Assist Party Chief in running the field operations
• Operates and maintains various surveying instruments, such as transits, level, theodolite, and electronic distance measuring equipment to measure and verify elevations, angles and distances.
• Coordinates with office staff and clients as required.
• Adheres to local, state, and federal survey regulations as well as Accura Engineering procedures.
• Monitors accurate completion of daily timesheets, reports, and vehicle inspections
• Performs mathematical calculations to establish and locate reference points.
• Interprets maps, plats, blueprints, and specifications.
• Cleans, checks and adjusts survey instruments to assure accuracy of measurements.
• Oversees surveying activities in the absence of Survey Party Chief.
• Perform related work as required.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1+ years of utilizing data collectors, robotic and non-robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
• 1+ years of experience in land surveying
• Experience with GDOT
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Willing to train the right candidate without the above noted experience
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
• Must be willing and able to travel as required for the role.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry required instruments and equipment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• The worker is subject to variable climate and environmental conditions including but not limited to extreme cold and heat.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify