Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC is seeking a Survey Technician/Instrument Operator to support field crews in boundary, topographic, and construction layout work across projects nationwide. The role involves operating survey instruments, collecting geospatial data, and maintaining field notes under supervision.

Candidate should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and at least one year of surveying experience. Travel may be required to stay with crews as needed.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support field crew by gathering data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Assist in field surveys under 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, and levels.
• Use survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations.
• Read and interpret various maps and plans.
• Maintain neat field notes with accurate measurements.
• Load/unload trucks with equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain survey equipment and vehicles.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices.

Skills

Land surveying basics

Data collection

Field operations

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Data radios/modems

Survey controllers/software

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

US--

Job ID: 26-8074

# of Openings: 1

Category: Survey

Continental United States

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, current driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards required
• 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

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