Survey Instrument Operator

Colliers Engineering & Design; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)/Roth

Paid time off

Pregnancy disability leave

Disability insurance (short & long)

Life insurance

Education reimbursement

Mentorship program

Wellness program

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Norfolk, VA survey crew. You will assist the Crew Chief with field surveys, operate Total Stations, Data Collectors and GPS, and ensure accurate data collection.

The role requires basic math skills, attention to safety, and the ability to drive/transport equipment. Strong teamwork and effective Communication are essential in supporting the survey team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficient with basic math and measurements used in surveying.
• Experience in surveying equipment and field data collection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Crew Chief in field surveys.
• Operate survey equipment and collect data.
• Use Total Stations, Data Collector, GPS and related gear.
• Upload/download field data collections.
• Transport and set up surveying instruments.
• Comply with safety policies and SOPs.
• Maintain and care for survey instruments and gear.
• Assist with stocking and maintaining survey truck supplies.

Skills

Teamwork

Reading English

English literacy

Driver responsibilities

Basic math

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Total Stations

Data Collector

GPS

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our survey crew in Norfolk, VA!

Join our Survey/Geospatial team, which offers a full range of survey and geospatial data and mapping services that enable us to collect data faster, safer, and more accurately than ever before. Collect data from the air, ground and subsurface to provide precision data interpretation with us and accelerate YOUR success to become tomorrow’s industry leader.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will assist Crew Chief in the performance of field surveys.
• Perform assignments using standard equipment, work and safety methods.
• Use Total Stations, Data Collector, GPS and other equipment to collect data.
• Upload and download all field data collections.
• May be required to drive the Survey vehicle.
• Transport and set up the instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Uses appropriate safety equipment and follows established work safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of the survey instruments and equipment associated with surveying land and preparing the job site for a survey.
• Assist with maintaining equipment and stocking the survey vehicle.
• Maintain, load and stock all supplies in the truck.

Qualifications

• High School/GED or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience.
• Valid Driver’s license may be required.
• Demonstrate basic organizational skills and the awareness of prioritizing skills.
• Intermediate knowledge of surveying practices and equipment.
• Ability to effectively operate/handle surveying equipment.
• Effectively work as a team, collaborate, contribute and respect others.
• Basic knowledge of math, geometry and trigonometry for the purpose of performing calculations.
• Travel required occasionally, must be able to drive for long periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Requires a pre-employment drug screen and will require ongoing participation in the employer's random drug and alcohol testing program.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes:

• company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid pregnancy disability leave
• short- and long-term disability insurance
• life insurance
• a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
• paid time off that includes parental and military leave
• employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities.

• reimbursement for education
• a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
• mentorship program
• wellness program
• Women’s Organization
• ongoing philanthropic opportunities