Survey Instrument Operator - Intern

JR Engineering • Centennial, CO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Since 1973, JR Engineering has successfully served a variety of clients throughout Colorado. Areas of service include land development, surveying, surface transportation, water resources, and structural engineering as well as construction services in each of our major disciplines. Our in-house staff of talented engineers, surveyors, and support personnel enables us to respond quickly to demanding assignments, project schedules, and changing project scopes. With an annual Net Revenue of $18.5 million in 2025, JR Engineering currently has 100 employees with plans to grow to 120 employees over the next 3-5 years.

Requirements

• Required ability to lift and carry surveying equipment and materials weighing up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to utilize a hammer and other tools to set survey marks.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Must work well with a team and take direction well.
• Must possess an ability to learn Survey related skills and apply this knowledge to future tasks.
• Ability to work full-time during the summer (approximately May-August).

Nice To Haves

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Party Chief in completion of daily tasks including Boundary Surveys, TOPO Surveys and Construction staking.
• Assists Party Chief with field notes, calculations, cut sheets, and all other data pertinent to the field study.
• Assists in operation of survey equipment including set ups, tear downs, and staking out points or collecting information.
• Keeps field notes in the data collector or field book as necessary.
• Works with Party Chief to ensure accurate and efficient completion of assignments.
• Responsible for minor vehicle and survey equipment maintenance and cleanliness.
• Stocks the survey vehicle with survey stakes and other supplies as needed.
• Keeps the survey vehicle in a neat and organized condition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED