Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

Austin NAWIC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide geospatial leader seeking a Survey Technician/Instrument Operator for construction staking in Houston, TX. The role supports field crews using a range of surveying instruments to collect data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.

You will assist in field surveys under a Crew Chief, operate robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, 3D laser scanners, and other equipment, and responsibilities include precise field notes, data

Qualifications

• One year industry experience
• Knowledge of land surveying practices and basic survey types
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather
• Willingness to travel/stay out of town for work
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet MVR standards

Responsibilities

• Use survey instruments to support field crew for boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveys.
• Assist field surveys under Crew Chief supervision; communicate progress and address problems.
• Operate surveying equipment (robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, 3D laser scanners, levels).
• Use survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform calculations.
• Read and interpret maps and plans.
• Record neat field notes with accurate measurements under supervision.
• Load and unload trucks with survey equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain survey equipment, tools, and vehicle.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices

Skills

Field surveying

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

Survey computations

Equipment operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

US-TX-Houston
Houston

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