Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) seeks a Survey Technician/Instrument Operator in Ann Arbor, MI. You will support field crews, operate robotic total stations and GNSS gear, and help collect boundary, topographic, and construction data.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, outdoors work readiness, and willingness to travel as needed. This on-site role offers hands-on experience in a nationwide geospatial team. SAM provides training and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet MVR standards.
• Previous industry experience preferred.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Use survey instruments to support a field crew for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Assist in field surveys under supervision and communicate progress.
• Operate robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios, and scanners.
• Collect geospatial data and perform survey computations.
• Read and interpret maps and plans.
• Maintain neat field notes with accurate measurements.
• Load/unload gear and keep equipment and vehicle clean.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Field data collection

Outdoor work

Equipment operation

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GNSS receivers

Laser scanners

Survey software

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

US-MI-Ann Arbor

Job ID: 26-8026
# of Openings: 1
Category: Survey
Ann Arbor

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence.

At SAM, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
• Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems
• Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels
• Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations
• Read and interpret various types of maps and plans
• Complete neat and orderly field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief
• Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies
• Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• Previous industry experience preferred
• Minimum knowledge of land surveying practices and performance of basic types of surveys, mathematical computations, and field operations
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

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