Survey Instrument Operator
Bowman Consulting
San Antonio, TXFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Bowman has an opportunity for a Survey Instrument Operator to join our team in San Antonio, TX. This is an entry-level position with no prior experience required.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform work under direct supervision of an experienced professional and follow established procedures.
- Receive direction on all aspects of assignments and specific tasks.
- Assist the field supervisor with daily crew workload.
- 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 and keep the 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.
- Work safely and in compliance with all safety regulations daily.
- Provide daily care of instruments and vehicle.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- College or technical courses in mathematics and surveying.
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
- Commensurate relevant experience considered.
- Any survey or construction related experience is a plus.
- Prior Instrument Operator experience preferred.