Survey Instrument Technician
Location: Mobile / Baldwin County, Alabama
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $23-28/Hr (Time & a half OT)
Travel: Required, including occasional overnight stays
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Survey Instrument Technician to support field surveying operations for commercial and heavy industrial construction projects. This role works alongside the Survey Party Chief to collect accurate field measurements, operate specialized surveying equipment, and assist with construction layout and stakeout activities.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with surveying instruments, GPS technology, and construction stakeout and is comfortable working outdoors at various project locations. Travel and overnight stays may be required based on project demands.
Key Responsibilities
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Operate surveying equipment, including total stations, digital and automatic levels, GPS/GNSS receivers, and data collectors.
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Collect and record accurate field measurements, survey data, and level notes for review by the Survey Party Chief.
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Assist with construction stakeout by establishing and marking designated locations, elevations, and coordinates in the field.
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Utilize Topcon data collection equipment and applicable surveying software, including TDS.
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Assist with loading, unloading, transporting, and maintaining surveying equipment.
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Travel to project sites and stay overnight when required by project schedules.
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Follow all company safety policies, environmental procedures, and job-specific safety requirements.
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Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and other required training.
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Maintain reliable attendance and communicate effectively with team members and project personnel.
Minimum Qualifications
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At least five years of verifiable surveying experience involving commercial and/or heavy industrial construction stakeout.
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Working knowledge of GPS surveying software and Topcon GPS/GNSS equipment.
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Experience operating total stations, levels, and surveying data collection equipment.
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Valid driver's license.
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Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
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Ability to read and interpret measurements, understand coordinates, and perform intermediate mathematical calculations, including trigonometry and coordinate geometry.
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Strong communication skills and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
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Willingness to travel and stay overnight as project needs require.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
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Work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions for up to 100% of the workday.
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Stand for extended periods, walk long distances, and navigate uneven terrain.
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Lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
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Bend, stoop, climb ladders, and perform other physical fieldwork as needed.
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Drive a company vehicle to and from project sites.