Survey Rod Operator

Job Title: Survey Rod Operator

GeoPoint is a land surveying company with multiple locations, specializing in land development, geomatics, geospatial mapping, commercial surveys, and subsurface utility engineering.

Summary/Objective:

The Survey Rod Operator will support field survey crews in collecting and recording accurate survey data. This entry-level position involves various physical tasks, including handling survey equipment, assisting with data collection, and performing routine vehicle maintenance checks.

Essential Job Functions:

• Fill the survey vehicle with gas and check fluid levels, such as water and oil.
• Inspect tire pressure and look for mechanical problems, including broken headlights and taillights.
• Carry survey equipment, including rods, total stations, and GPS units, to various points on the job site, often through challenging terrain such as woods, brush, mud, and water.
• Assist the instrument operator and crew chief in setting up and operating survey instruments.
• Hold the survey rod at designated points to measure elevations and distances accurately.
• Clear brush and foliage using hand tools to provide clear lines of sight for survey instruments.
• Place and secure markers, stakes, and other survey monuments at specified locations.
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for the survey crew.
• Record and maintain detailed field notes and sketches as directed by the crew chief or instrument operator.
• Work closely with other crew members to ensure efficient and accurate data collection and project completion.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience in surveying, construction, or a related field is a plus but not required.
• Basic understanding of surveying principles and equipment is preferred.
• Physical ability to carry heavy equipment and work in various outdoor conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel to different job sites as needed.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Work requires using a machete, shovel and sledgehammer, or other appropriate tools. 
• Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. over rough terrain may be required. 
• Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of field equipment.  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit, stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear.  
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and smell.  
• Able to get in and out of vehicle multiple times a day.  
• Drive 30 to 200 miles daily.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• It is required to work outside in all types of weather conditions, possibly for extended periods of time. 
• The terrain may be rough, steep, wet, or swampy. Vegetation may be dense, and insects, snakes, or animals may be encountered. 
• Desk/Workstation may be located in a confined area. 
• Moderate noise indoors/outdoors (i.e., computers, phones, printers, and traffic). 
• Able to work well in a team environment as well as being self-motivated and driven.

Safety Responsibility:

• Adhere to all company and regulatory safety standards and procedures.
• Identify potential safety hazards and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions in a timely manner.
• Participate in safety training and promote a culture of workplace safety.

Travel:

• Some travel may be required.

Schedule:

• Must be able to start the workday promptly @ 6:30 AM and be available until 6:00 PM if required.
• Overtime is mandatory.

Availability:

• Able to work 40–65 hours per week, including evenings and weekends if required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of land surveying experience do you have?

Experience:

• Outdoor work: 1 year (Required)
• Geomatics: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $19