Instrument Operator

CHA • Columbia, SC

4d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Do you love working outdoors, using cutting ‑ edge technology, and supporting projects that shape the world around us? Are you a motivated team player who enjoys hands ‑ on problem ‑ solving and learning new skills in the field? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Columbia, SC where you’ll play a key role in gathering high‑quality field data that supports engineering, design, and construction projects across diverse environments. This entry‑level technical opportunity offers the chance to develop surveying expertise through direct mentorship from experienced Crew Chiefs—all while working with industry-leading tools and technology.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; A.A.S. and/or B.S. degree preferred
• No prior experience required; however, prior internship(s) and/or applicable coursework preferred
• Strong math skills (trigonometry and geometry) and a willingness to learn about the surveying industry
• Ability to lift and carry equipment over uneven terrain and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong teamwork, time-management, and communication skills with the ability to represent the firm professionally with clients and the broader public
• Valid driver’s license required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred
• NSPS ‑ CST Level I certification preferred
• Drone piloting experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Travel to various project sites to support field data collection effort, learning and applying various survey methods, field procedures, documentation standards, and equipment operations
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field equipment—including GPS receivers, total stations, and electronic data collectors
• Support the Crew Chief in field calculations and sketches, preparation of field survey assignment data, as well as design and record plan content
• Aid in record research and boundary, topographic, and construction surveys as part of a collaborative field team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees