Instrument Technician

Topographic • Santa Fe, NM

19d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instrument Technician works primarily in the field on control, topographic, boundary, and other surveys as part of a two- or three-person field crew at an assigned worksite. The role requires experience controlling surveying instruments and calculators, performing field calculations and checks, and working safely with assigned tools and equipment. Travel to worksites may be required. The schedule depends on location and department; topographic field hours are Monday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with other hours or days as needed. The employee must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is subject to initial and random drug and alcohol programs under company policy.

Requirements

• Experience controlling the function of surveying instruments and calculators.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must meet the physical and mental demands needed to perform the essential functions of the job.

Responsibilities

• Cut and remove brush and undergrowth to establish line-of-sight.
• Perform mathematical calculations and field-check field data.
• Read and understand plans and specifications.
• Understand basic sources of measurement errors.
• Dig with a pick, shovel, and other hand tools to search for and locate survey monuments.
• Hold and plumb a rod to obtain elevations and distances.
• Drive stakes to set grades on construction projects.
• Provide quality customer service.
• Use assigned tools and equipment safely and demonstrate safe working and operating methods.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed