Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Surveying And Mapping, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Survey Technician/Instrument Operator for construction staking in Houston. You will support field crews using robotic total stations, GNSS, and related equipment to collect accurate spatial data and set construction layouts.

Responsibilities include documenting field notes, loading equipment, and maintaining gear while adhering to safety procedures. A high school diploma and a valid driver's license are required, with at least one year of

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid, current driver’s license and ability to meet company MVR standards required.
• One year industry experience preferred.
• Minimum knowledge of land surveying practices and basic survey computations.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Willing to travel/out of town for work as needed.

Responsabilidades

• Use land survey instruments to support field crew for boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveys.
• Assist in completion of field surveys under supervision; communicate progress and problems.
• Operate robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, and laser scanners.
• Use survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform computations.
• Read and interpret maps and plans.
• Record neat field notes with accurate measurements under supervision.
• Load/unload trucks with equipment and supplies.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles; follow safety procedures.

Conocimientos

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Survey data collection software

Descripción del empleo

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Construction Staking

US-TX-Houston

Job ID: 26-8065

# of Openings: 2

Category: Survey

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

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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