Survey Instrument Operator

Timmons Group; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join the Survey Group in Staunton, VA. The role supports land surveyors and party chiefs by applying civil engineering and surveying techniques and by collecting data for boundaries, topographic, and design surveys.

You will operate robotic total stations, levels, GPS receivers, and data collectors, set stakes on construction projects, perform routine maintenance, and maintain records of measurements.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Ability to read survey and engineering drawings.
• Strong math skills in trigonometry and geometry.
• Independent work style with teamwork and time management.

Responsibilities

• Collects data for boundaries, location, topographical, and design surveys.
• Operates robotic total station, level, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Sets construction stakeout points (curb and gutter, etc.).
• Conducts daily maintenance and upkeep of instruments.
• Makes sketches and records measurements of control points.
• Assists in maintaining survey equipment, supplies, and vehicle.
• Travel may be required; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading & Interpreting

Survey drawings literacy

Trigonometry & geometry

Analytical thinking

Time management

Driver’s license

Physical stamina

Tools

Robotic total station

GPS receivers

Data collectors

Survey equipment

Job description

Job Description

Timmons Group is currently seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Group located in our Staunton, VA office location. The Instrument Operator assists Land Surveyors and Party Chiefs in application of principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering and land surveying by performing the following duties.

• Collects data for boundaries, location, topographical, and design surveys
• Operates robotic total station, level, GPS Receivers and data collectors in performance of field surveys
• Sets points on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, bridges, etc.)
• Conducts daily maintenance and up-keep of instruments
• Makes sketches and records measurements to indicate exact location of horizontal and vertical control points
• Assists in the maintenance of survey equipment, supplies, and vehicle
• Travel may be required at times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills/Requirements

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to read survey and engineering drawings
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as trigonometry and geometry
• Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to apply professional knowledge to the solution of both routine and non-routine tasks and surveying activities
• Ability to work independently as well as part of team with excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
• Have a current state driver’s license and able to drive a vehicle
• Physical demands include: Must be able to carry up to 50 lb. of equipment over all types of terrain.

All-weather year-round outdoor work environment, with seasonal extreme heat index and wind-chill factors

Other physical attributes of the job, such as hiking, climbing, vegetation management (chopping, cutting, hammering, sawing, etc.)

Compensation

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $21/hr.-$29/hr. This position is eligible for overtime. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity. Information on our comprehensive benefits package be found here.

Additional Information

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.