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Survey Instrument Operator - Waco, TX
Survey Instrument Operator - Waco, TX-March 2024
Waco
Mar 28, 2026
About Survey Instrument Operator - Waco, TX

  Description

  Purpose

  Operate survey instruments and perform surveys as directed by management.

  Key Responsibilities

  Leadership and Direction

  Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures and clearly defined processes.At the Operational and Company Level

  Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload. Do the Work

  Work as a member of a survey crew performing boundary, topography, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction surveys for public and private clients. 

  Set-up and operate survey equipment, including total-station, data-collector, level, and GPS. 

  Perform survey calculations. 

  Perform all aspects of stakeout and locations surveys using applicable survey equipment. 

  Maintain survey equipment used and keep survey truck stocked with necessary supplies and tools. 

  Coordinate work of assigned subordinate personnel. 

  Assist and train personnel in lower-level positions. 

  Make accuracy and calibration checks and adjustments on equipment used. 

  Daily, work safely and in compliance with all safety regulations. 

  Daily care of instruments and vehicle.

  Success Metrics and Competencies

  Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate…

  Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

  Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

  Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

  Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

  Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.  

  Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

  Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

  High school diploma or GED required. 

  College or technical courses in mathematics and surveying. 

  Minimum of one to two (1-2) years of survey or construction related experience preferred. 

  Prior Instrument Operator experience preferred. 

  Familiar with field procedures for performing boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys. 

  Ability to work outside in all seasons. 

  Travel and overtime required. 

  Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.

  Physical Demands and Working Environment

  Primarily outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

  Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

  Frequent and prolonged use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.

  Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

  Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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  Qualifications

  Behaviors

  Preferred

  Team Player: Works well as a member of a groupMotivations

  Preferred

  Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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