Survey Technician

ACTalent; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Field Surveyor for a large solar development project in Golden Shores, AZ. You will perform construction staking and land surveying on active sites, travel to project locations, and participate in extended 28/5 rotations with on-site housing and per diem allowances.

This full-time role is based out of Denver, CO, and requires critical accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols while working outdoors on active construction sites.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of construction staking experience.
• At least 1 year of construction experience in a field or site-based environment.
• Hands-on experience with construction surveys and land surveying activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking and layout for solar development projects.
• Conduct construction and land surveys on active job sites following project plans and standards.
• Work with on-site survey team to collect, verify, and document field measurements.
• Support daily survey operations including setting stakes, marking boundaries, and verifying elevations and alignments.
• Travel to project sites and stay on site for 28 days on, 5 days off rotations.
• Operate and care for survey equipment and vehicles per safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with construction personnel to provide accurate survey information.
• Follow all site safety protocols on active solar sites.
• Maintain organized records of survey activities and field adjustments.
• Participate in overtime as needed (over 10 hours weekly).

Skills

Construction staking

Field experience

Surveying duties

Travel on-site

Driver's license

Clean MVR

Team player

Outdoor work

Detail oriented

Tools

Survey equipment

Measurement tools

Job description

Job Title: Field Surveyor

Job Description

The Surveyor will support construction layout activities for a large-scale solar development project in Golden Shores, Arizona. This role focuses on construction staking and land surveying for solar construction sites and requires regular travel and extended on-site rotations.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking and layout for solar development projects, ensuring accurate placement of structures and infrastructure.
• Conduct construction and land surveys on active job sites, following project plans, specifications, and survey standards.
• Work closely with the on-site survey team to collect, verify, and document field measurements and survey data.
• Support daily survey operations on construction sites, including setting stakes, marking boundaries, and verifying elevations and alignments.
• Travel to project sites as required and remain on location for a 28-days-on, 5-days-off rotation schedule.
• Operate and care for company-provided survey equipment and vehicles, following safety and maintenance guidelines.
• Coordinate with construction personnel to provide accurate survey information that supports project progress and quality.
• Follow all site safety protocols and procedures while working on active solar construction sites.
• Maintain clear and organized records of survey activities, layouts, and any field adjustments.
• Participate in overtime work as needed to support project schedules, including working more than 10 hours of overtime per week when available.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of construction staking experience.
• At least 1 year of construction experience in a field or site-based environment.
• Hands-on experience with construction surveys and land surveying activities.
• Ability and willingness to travel to job sites and remain on site for extended rotations (28 days on, 5 days off).
• Valid drivers license.
• Clean motor vehicle record in line with company standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a survey team on active construction sites.
• Capability to perform physically demanding field work in outdoor conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in measurements and layout.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working on solar development or renewable energy construction projects.
• Familiarity with construction site practices and coordination with field crews.
• Comfort operating or assisting with survey instruments and related field equipment.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with survey and construction teams.
• Organizational skills for maintaining survey documentation and records.
• Flexibility to work overtime hours, with opportunities for 10 or more hours of overtime per week.

Work Environment

This position is fully site-based, working outdoors with a survey team on a solar development construction project in Golden Shores, Arizona. The role follows a rotation schedule of 28 days on site and 5 days off. Work is performed on active construction sites, requiring adherence to safety protocols and the ability to work in varying weather and terrain conditions. A company truck is provided for work-related travel, and travel days include paid hours for time spent commuting home and returning to the site. The project is expected to last at least one year, with regular opportunities for overtime and a daily per diem provided while on site.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Denver,CO.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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