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About the Role
This position is entry level for someone just getting into survey or with minimal experience. We will train you, provide education through Austin Community College if desired, and treat you like a professional. If you enjoy friendly people, working outside, and are looking for a well paying job with great benefits, read on.
• The instrument operator uses a variety of surveying instruments to support a survey crew in their daily operations
• Assists in the completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief
• Responsible for the operation, checking and basic field adjustments of survey equipment. E.g. tripods, tribrachs, levels, total stations, GNSS receivers
• 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 for survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief
• Keeps Crew Chief informed of problems and progress
• Load and unload trucks with equipment and supplies
• Clean and maintain survey equipment, tools and vehicle
• Follow company safety procedures for survey operations
What You Bring
Willingness to work hard, learn, and enjoy the outdoors
No Industry Experience Required (pay will be commensurate with experience)
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Possession of a valid, current driver’s license
Nice to have: Knowledgeable in the principles and performance of basic types of surveys, survey computations, and field operations
Ability to work continually outside across all types of terrain (we don't work in the rain and we mostly work on roadways, in fields, and through the woods)
Ability to work out of town approximately 10% of the time (we ask for volunteers first, then assign people if needed, extra daily bonus and overtime when traveling)
About the Company
We're a privately owned, survey only small business. While we are currently expanding quickly, and opportunities exist for growth, our vision keeps us to a one location niche expert firm. We specialize in infrastructure projects for municipalities and civil engineers in the Central Texas Region.
If you work here we can guarantee you'll be respected, treated like a professional, trusted, and given the opportunity to learn, grow, and advance to your fullest potential at work and in life.
• No corporate bureaucracy, small family focused business
• 100 % company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous paid time off (15 days a year, increasing to 20 after 5 years) - Accrual starts immediately
• Simple IRA program offers 100% employer match up to 3%
• Tuition reimbursement for survey related education