Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Entry Level

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Nashville, TN is seeking an entry-level Survey Technician/Instrument Operator to support field crews. This role involves gathering data for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys and assisting with equipment setup and operation.

You will use survey instruments, record measurements, and contribute to computations under guidance, with occasional travel as needed. No prior surveying experience is required, just a willingness to learn and work outdoors

Qualifications

• Must be willing to learn survey concepts and field procedures.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in varying weather.
• Interest in civil engineering and construction surveying is important.

Responsibilities

• Use land survey instruments to support field crews for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Assist the Crew Chief with setup and operation of survey equipment (robotic total stations, GNSS, data radios).
• Collect geospatial data, perform basic survey computations, and read maps or plans with guidance.
• Record accurate field notes, measurements, and sketches under supervision.
• Load/unload equipment, maintain gear, and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Outdoor work

Strong interest in land surveying

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator - Entry Level

US-TN-Nashville

Nashville

Job ID: 26-7977

# of Openings: 1

Category: Survey

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
• Support the Crew Chief by helping to set up and operate 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 with guidance from the Crew Chief
• Record accurate field notes, measurements, and sketches for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief
• Load and unload trucks, clean and maintain land survey equipment and supplies
• 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
• No prior surveying experience is required just a willingness to learn, work outdoors, and develop technical skills in a hands-on setting
• Strong interest in land surveying, construction, or civil engineering
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed

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