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Instrument Operator

Bryant Associates, Inc
Lincoln, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2026

SUMMARY:

As an Instrument Operator, you will be an integral part of Bryant Associates Land Survey Department in our Lincoln, RI office, where we provide our clients with a full-range of surveying and mapping services.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Instrument Operator will assist the Party Chief in the performance of boundary, ALTA, topographic, right-of way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, and construction surveys utilizing the latest equipment and surveying technology.  

 

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other Duties May Be Assigned)

  • Complete site control, boundary reconnaissance, construction staking and topographic surveys
  • Perform 3D scanning, and other surveying services in support of engineering work
  • Review of maps, field notes, and exhibits; performing construction staking calculations for improvements and utilities
  • Support surveying and mapping activities for boundary surveys, topographic mapping and construction staking projects
  • Assist the Party Chief with all aspects of the daily crew assignment 
  • Work independently as a one person crew as required
  • Operate, on a daily basis, various surveying instruments
  • Maintain survey equipment and supplies
  • Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations
  • Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology
  • Complete internal and external training as required

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

  • Must be proficient with the use of survey equipment. (GPS, Robotics, Total Stations, Levels, Scanners, and Data Collectors)
  • Desire to work in a team environment
  • Observes company and client safety requirements
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check
  • Ability to pass a drug test

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of 1 year of survey experience required
  • Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Supplemental course in surveying a plus 

COMPUTER SKILLS

N/A

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

N/A

 

TRAVEL:

Daily travel to and from various local/regional job sites will be required

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Field – 100%

  • Ability to work outdoors, year-round, and safely perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
  • Must be able to use hands to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms
  • Talk, hear, and communicate clearly
  • Lift and move 50 pounds

 

BENEFITS

Competitive benefits in addition to hiring bonus.

 

Bryant Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  EEO/AA

 

Bryant does not sponsor visas. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the United States of America. No phone calls.

 

ABOUT BRYANT ASSOCIATES:

Founded in 1976, Bryant Associates, Inc. (Bryant) is an MBE/DBE professional consulting firm that provides civil, structural, and traffic engineering, water resources, construction management and surveying services to public and private clients throughout the Northeast, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions. We’re headquartered in Boston with offices in Baltimore and Landover, MD; Lincoln, RI; and Louisville, KY. For more information please visit www.bryant-engrs.com or follow us on twitter @BryantEngineers.

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