What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument Technician position at Actalent?
Job Title: Instrument Operator
Job Description
Join a dynamic team where you will play a critical role in supporting the Survey Crew Chief with daily field operations. This position offers growth opportunities and the chance to work in a family-oriented environment that values long-term employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Survey Crew Chief in daily field operations.
- Set up and operate survey instruments including total stations, GPS, levels, and data collectors.
- Perform measurements for boundary, topographic, and construction staking surveys.
- Maintain field equipment and ensure proper care and calibration.
- Record and organize field data accurately.
- Follow company safety standards and protocols on job sites.
Essential Skills
- Experience in land surveying or related field (1-3 years).
- Familiarity with survey equipment such as Trimble.
- Ability to work outdoors in various conditions and lift/carry equipment.
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Team player with good communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- CST level 1 or CST level 2 certification is a plus.
- All certifications will increase candidate's pay.
Work Environment
Employees must report to the office every day at 6:30 am. A company vehicle will be provided to travel to job sites. The company is transitioning to submitting reports via iPhone/iPad. The culture is family-oriented, emphasizing employee growth and long-term retention, with benefits such as tuition reimbursement and support for obtaining licenses or certifications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eastpointe, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Eastpointe,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.
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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $19 - $25