Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) seeks a Survey Technician/Instrument Operator in Las Cruces, NM to support field crews performing boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. You will operate robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, 3D laser scanners, and data radios while recording accurate field notes and measurements.

You will assist in surveys under a Crew Chief, read maps, load equipment, and maintain tools while following safety procedures and traveling as needed to project sites.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• One year industry experience.
• Knowledge of land surveying practices and basic computations.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments.
• Willingness to travel/stay out of town for work.

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.

Skills

Fieldwork

Map reading

Team communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

US-NM-Las Cruces
Job ID: 26-8106
# of Openings: 1
Category: Survey
Las Cruces

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
• One year industry experience
• 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

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.