Survey Instrument Operator

Colliers Engineering & Design•Norfolk, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join its survey crew in Norfolk, Virginia. The position is part of the Survey/Geospatial team, which provides survey and geospatial data and mapping services. The operator assists the Crew Chief with field surveys, collecting and managing data, preparing survey sites, and maintaining instruments, equipment, supplies, and the survey vehicle. The role involves following established work and safety procedures and may require driving the survey vehicle and occasional travel.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience.
A valid driver’s license may be required.
Basic organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
Intermediate knowledge of surveying practices and equipment.
Ability to effectively operate and handle surveying equipment.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborate, contribute, and respect others.
Basic knowledge of math, geometry, and trigonometry for performing calculations.
Ability to travel occasionally and drive for long periods of time.
Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend work-related written communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Must complete a pre-employment drug screen and participate in the employer’s ongoing random drug and alcohol testing program.

Responsibilities

Assist the Crew Chief in performing field surveys.
Perform assignments using standard equipment, work methods, and safety methods.
Use Total Stations, Data Collector, GPS, and other equipment to collect data.
Upload and download field data collections.
Drive the survey vehicle when required.
Transport and set up surveying instruments and equipment and prepare job sites for surveys.
Use appropriate safety equipment and follow established work safety policies, practices, and procedures.
Adhere to the Health and Safety program and applicable SOPs.
Care for and maintain survey instruments and equipment.
Assist with maintaining equipment and stocking the survey vehicle.
Maintain, load, and stock supplies in the truck.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees’ billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through an in-house resource.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Philanthropic opportunities.