Survey Instrument Operator I

Ardurra Group, Inc. in; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator I to learn and operate a range of survey equipment, including total stations, GPS base stations, data collectors, drones, and levels. You will support the Survey Crew Chief on daily field surveys for boundary, topographic, construction layout, and utility surveys.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and reliability; travel up to four nights per week is required, with opportunities to grow through Ardurra Academy and Leadership

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Willingness to travel up to four nights per week.
• Survey experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Strong organizational skills and professional work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work in a team or independently; must be team-oriented and self-motivated.
• Accountability; planning & organization; personal development are valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the completion of field surveys of various commercial, utility, and residential projects.
• Provide support for Survey Party Chief and other crew members.
• Assist in other general technical support as needed.
• Collaborate with Engineers, Surveyors and CAD Technicians as assigned or needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Accountability

Planning & Organization

Personal Development

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Function

The Survey Instrument Operator I will be trained in operating various types of Survey equipment, including electronic total stations, GPS base stations and receivers, data collectors (survey controllers), drones, and automatic levels. Instrument Operators are responsible for keeping the survey truck and equipment clean, organized, and batteries charged and ready for each daily work assignment. As part of the field survey crew/team, Instrument Operators work under supervision to assist the Survey Crew Chief on a day-to-day basis to do Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, Construction Layout, Utility Surveys, and other types of surveying as assigned.

Primary Duties

• Assist in the completion of field surveys of various commercial, utility, and residential projects.
• Provide support for Survey Party Chief and other crew members.
• Assist in other general technical support as needed.
• Collaborate with Engineers, Surveyors and CAD Technicians as assigned or needed.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School or equivalent required
• Ability to travel up to four nights per week required
• Some previous survey experience preferred but not required
• Basic Math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional work ethic
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work together with a team or individually. Must be team-oriented and self-motivated
• Accountability
• Communication
• Planning & Organization
• Personal Development

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Aff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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