Survey Instrument Operator

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. seeks a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Hartford, CT.

You will help collect precise field data that supports transportation, infrastructure, land development, and construction projects, gaining valuable surveying experience and developing technical skills with advanced equipment. Primary duties include traveling to project sites, operating GPS receivers, total stations, and data collectors, and assisting with field

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degrees preferred.
• No prior experience required; internships or coursework welcome.
• Strong math skills and willingness to learn surveying.
• Ability to lift equipment and work outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Travel to project sites to support field data collection and learn survey methods.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field equipment including GPS receivers, total stations, and data collectors.
• Assist Crew Chief in field calculations and data preparation.
• Support boundary, topographic, and construction surveys as part of a field team.

Skills

Math skills (Trigonometry & Geometry)

Teamwork

Time-management

Communication

Willingness to learn

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GPS receivers

Total stations

Electronic data collectors

Microsoft Office

Drone flight experience

NSPS CST Level I

Job description

Survey Instrument Operator

Location

US-MA-Norwell | US-MA-Boston | US-CT-Hartford | US-CT-Rocky Hill

Start Your Journey as a Survey Instrument Operator - Work in the Field, Master Technology, Build Your Future

Do you enjoy working outside, learning new technology, and being part of projects that leave a lasting impact on communities? Are you looking for a hands-on career where every day brings new challenges, locations, and opportunities to grow?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Hartford, CT. In this role, you will help collect precise field data that supports transportation, infrastructure, land development, and construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable surveying experience, work alongside seasoned professionals, and develop technical skills using advanced surveying equipment and technology.

What You'll Do:

• Travel to various project sites to support field data collection effort, learning and applying various survey methods, field procedures, documentation standards, and equipment operations
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field equipment-including GPS receivers, total stations, and electronic data collectors
• Support the Crew Chief in field calculations and sketches, preparation of field survey assignment data, as well as design and record plan content
• Aid in record research and boundary, topographic, and construction surveys as part of a collaborative field team

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree and/or Bachelor's degree preferred
• No prior experience required; however, prior internships and/or applicable coursework preferred
• Strong math skills (trigonometry and geometry) and a willingness to learn about the surveying industry
• Ability to lift and carry equipment over uneven terrain and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong teamwork, time-management, and communication skills with the ability to represent the firm professionally with clients and the broader public
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel short-term required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred
• NSPS CST Level I certification preferred
• Drone piloting experience preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Gain hands-on experience with advanced surveying equipment and technologies while learning from knowledgeable professionals invested in your success
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, designers, and project teams who will help you expand your technical knowledge

Curious how CHA's Survey Geospatial team supports safer, more efficient movement across communities? Explore our work at: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$23.00 - $29.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.