Surveyor - Per Diem Offered

Trillium Staffing; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Trillium Staffing is seeking a Surveyor in Amarillo, TX to perform site layout, staking, and GPS/GNSS surveys for a 16–18 month project with 50+ hour weeks at times. You will set control points, verify elevations, and collaborate with earthwork teams to ensure accurate exposure to design tolerances.

The role requires 3–5+ years of construction surveying experience, proficiency with Topcon/Trimble systems and CAD tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, with knowledge of Texas standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years experience in construction surveying, preferably on large commercial or institutional projects.
• Proficiency with Topcon and/or Trimble GPS survey systems and machine control.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar software a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings.
• Knowledge of Texas construction and grading standards is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Site Layout & Surveying: accurate staking and layout for earthmoving and site prep; set control points, benchmarks, and alignments.
• Use of Surveying Technology: operate Topcon/Trimble GPS/GNSS and total stations; load CAD site plans into survey instruments.
• Earthwork Support: coordinate with earthwork/grading subcontractors; verify elevations and compaction requirements; assist with volume calculations.
• QA/QC & Documentation: perform as-built surveys; maintain logs and digital records; ensure compliance with plans and codes.
• Coordination & Communication: work with project managers, civil engineers, and site superintendents; attend field meetings.

Skills

Surveying experience

Topcon/Trimble GPS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Reading drawings

Texas standards familiarity

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Trillium Construction is now seeking a Surveyor in Amarillo, TX!

Primary Responsibilities

• 1. Site Layout & Surveying
  • -Perform accurate staking and layout for all phases of earthmoving and site prep (cut/fill, grading, foundation).
  • -Set control points, benchmarks, and alignments for utilities, structures, roads, parking lots, and drainage systems.
  • -Coordinate layout for excavation crews using GPS-guided machinery.
• 2. Use of Surveying Technology
  • -Operate Topcon and/or Trimble GPS/GNSS systems and total stations for layout and as-builts.
  • -Load and verify CAD site plans, surface models, and alignment data into survey instruments.
  • -Calibrate and troubleshoot machine control files and survey equipment.
• 3. Earthwork Support
  • -Collaborate closely with earthwork and grading subcontractors to ensure accurate cut/fill operations.
  • -Verify subgrade elevations and compaction layers meet design requirements.
  • -Perform quantity takeoffs and assist with earthwork volume calculations.
• 4. QA/QC & Documentation
  • -Perform as-built surveys for verification and documentation.
  • -Maintain survey logs, field notes, and digital records of layout work.
  • -Ensure compliance with project plans, tolerances, and local codes.
• 5. Coordination & Communication
  • -Work with project managers, civil engineers, and site superintendents to coordinate layout and scheduling.
  • -Attend field meetings and assist in resolving layout-related issues or discrepancies.

Working 40-48 hours, but expected to move to 50+ hours a week. But dependent on project needs and progress.Project will last 16-18 months.Working morning/first shift.Pay is up to $38 per hour depending on experience.If traveling in for work and qualify for per diem - $100 per day worked.

Qualifications

• -3–5+ years experience in construction surveying, preferably on large commercial or institutional projects.
• -Proficiency with Topcon and/or Trimble GPS survey systems and machine control.
• -Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or similar software a plus.
• -Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings.
• -Knowledge of Texas construction and grading standards is highly preferred.

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