Job Title: Instrument Operator

The Survey Instrument Person supports land surveying operations by operating and maintaining field equipment, assisting with stakeout and location surveys, and collecting accurate data. This role includes setting up and using Total Stations, GPS, and Data Collectors, maintaining field supplies, and ensuring proper documentation and data transfer. The Instrument Operator may lead the survey crew in the absence of the Party Chief and is expected to follow safety and operational protocols at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain survey instruments.
• Perform stakeout and location surveys.
• Follow safety protocols.
• Assist in downloading and managing survey data.
• Set up and use Total Stations, GPS, and Data Collectors.
• Maintain field supplies and ensure proper documentation and data transfer.
• Lead the survey crew in the absence of the Party Chief.

Essential Skills

• Ability to operate and maintain survey instruments.
• Perform stakeout and location surveys.
• Follow safety protocols.
• Assist in downloading and managing survey data.
• Knowledge of survey principles, equipment, and safety procedures.
• Ability to interpret legal descriptions, maps, and engineering plans.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Rod Person.
• Ability to lead in absence of Party Chief.
• Familiarity with survey software and legal descriptions.
• Topographic surveys, Land surveying.
• Familiarity with PMI policies and procedures.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain DBIDS or Rapid Gate Pass
• Willingness to undergo drug testing per company policy.

Work Environment

Outdoor fieldwork in varying weather and terrain conditions. Exposure to construction sites, wildlife, and plant materials. Frequent lifting of 25 lbs and regular lifting up to 50 lbs. Travel up to 20% outside the area, including overnight and weekend stays. Reports to Field Coordinator. Non-exempt, hourly position. Steel-toe boots required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $37440.00 - $49920.00/yr.

Core Benefits
Medical Insurance: Includes doctor visits, emergency care, surgeries, and preventive services.
Dental Insurance: Covers cleanings, exams, X-rays, and procedures like fillings and root canals.
Vision Insurance: Includes annual eye exams, prescription lenses, and ocular procedures.
Life Insurance: Often group-term policies that last while employed.
Short-Term Disability (STD): Paid leave for illness, injury, or maternity. Duration and pay scale vary by tenure.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, personal days, and sick leave. Accrual may be prorated for alternative schedules.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Palm Beach,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 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 : $37,440 - $49,920