Surveyor

Actalent; Menasha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Pre-tax and Roth benefits

PTO / Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a skilled Surveyor to perform a range of field and drafting tasks, including construction staking, topographic and boundary surveys. You will work with Robotic Total Station and Trimble GPS equipment and draft in AutoCAD and Civil 3D to generate precise survey drawings.

The role requires clear data collection, plan reading, and collaboration with project teams to support civil and construction projects.

Qualifications

• Hands-on surveying field work, including construction staking and topographic surveys.
• Proficient with Robotic Total Station equipment for accurate data collection.
• Experience using Trimble GPS and other GPS surveying equipment.
• Assist with ALTA and boundary surveys following established surveying standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD drafting and Civil 3D for survey drawings and surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work for diverse surveying projects and ensure data accuracy.
• Conduct construction staking to support site layout and infrastructure installation.
• Assist in topographic surveys to capture ground conditions and site features.
• Support ALTA surveys for property transactions and land title assessments.
• Assist in boundary surveys to establish property lines and legal boundaries.
• Operate Robotic Total Station and Trimble GPS to collect precise field measurements.
• Transfer data to CAD and draft survey drawings in Civil 3D.

Skills

Survey field work

Robotic Total Station

GPS surveying

ALTA surveys

Boundary surveys

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Reading plans

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree in Civil Technology

Tools

Robotic Total Station

Trimble GPS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Title: SurveyorJob Description

The Surveyor will perform a wide range of field and office surveying tasks, including construction staking, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and boundary surveys. This role combines hands-on fieldwork using Robotic Total Stations and GPS equipment with drafting responsibilities in Civil 3D to produce accurate survey drawings and support civil engineering and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform field work duties for a variety of surveying projects, ensuring accurate and reliable data collection.

• Conduct construction staking to support site layout, grading, and infrastructure installation.

• Assist in the execution of topographic surveys to capture existing ground conditions and site features.

• Assist in ALTA surveys to support property transactions and detailed land title assessments.

• Assist in boundary surveys to establish and verify property lines and legal boundaries.

• Operate Robotic Total Station equipment to collect precise field measurements.

• Operate Trimble GPS and other GPS equipment to gather accurate location data in the field.

• Transfer field data into CAD software and perform drafting using Civil 3D to create survey drawings and maps.

• Apply surveying principles and best practices to maintain accuracy, consistency, and quality in all work products.

• Collaborate with project teams, providing survey data and drawings needed for design and construction activities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience performing surveying field work, including construction staking and topographic surveys.

• Proficiency operating Robotic Total Station equipment for accurate data collection.

• Experience using Trimble GPS and other GPS surveying equipment.

• Ability to assist with ALTA and boundary surveys, following established surveying standards.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with strong drafting skills.

• Proficiency in Civil 3D for producing survey drawings, surfaces, and related documentation.

• Solid understanding of surveying, topography, and field data collection methods.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps, and survey-related documents.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in measurements and drafting.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills to support project coordination.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associates degree in Civil Technology or a closely related field.

• Knowledge of topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and boundary surveys and their applications in civil and construction projects.

• Familiarity with professional land surveying (PLS) concepts and standards.

• Ability to work both independently in the field and collaboratively with office staff.

• Strong organizational skills to manage field data, documentation, and drafting tasks efficiently.

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new surveying technologies and software tools.

Work Environment

The Surveyor will work in a mixed field and office environment. Field work may include exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and active construction sites while operating Robotic Total Stations and Trimble GPS equipment. Office work will involve using AutoCAD and Civil 3D on standard computer workstations to process field data and produce drawings. The schedule typically follows standard business hours, with occasional adjustments based on project needs. Appropriate field attire and safety gear are required on job sites, while standard business-casual attire is suitable in the office.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Menasha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Menasha, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menasha,WI.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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