Entry Level Survey Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking an Entry‑Level Survey Assistant to support layout and staking operations on commercial and industrial concrete projects. This role works directly with our layout team to assist with staking, measurements, and field setup using Trimble equipment and other survey tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with staking and marking points for concrete pads, foundations, utilities, and site features
• Hold the survey rod, move to layout points, and help set stakes, hubs, lath, and flagging
• Help interpret basic construction drawings and understand where layout points need to be placed
• Carry, set up, and maintain survey equipment including tripods, rods, and tools
• Record measurements, elevations, and field notes as directed
• Support verification of site dimensions and help ensure layout points match approved plans
• Assist with equipment transport, daily setup, and general field tasks

Essential Skills

• 1–2 years of experience in concrete, construction labor, carpentry, or related field work
• Familiarity with staking or exposure to survey/layout work is helpful
• Ability to read or learn to read basic blueprints and site plans
• Strong reliability, work ethic, and comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willingness to work standard construction hours with occasional extended days during peak season

Work Environment

This is a field‑based role on active construction sites. You will work closely with experienced layout personnel and receive hands‑on training with survey tools and layout processes. This position offers steady work, consistent hours, and the opportunity to build technical skills in concrete layout.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Westfield, IN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Westfield,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $23 - $28