Survey Instrument Operator

Timmons Group•Newport News, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Timmons Group is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join their Survey Group in Newport News, VA. This role involves assisting Land Surveyors and Party Chiefs in applying engineering and surveying principles. The operator will collect data for various types of surveys, operate surveying equipment, set points for construction projects, perform daily instrument maintenance, and record measurements. Travel may be required, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to read survey and engineering drawings
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as trigonometry and geometry
Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to apply professional knowledge to the solution of both routine and non-routine tasks and surveying activities
Ability to work independently as well as part of team with excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
Have a current state driver’s license and able to drive a vehicle

Nice To Haves

High energy
Creative
Flexible
Patient
Self-starters
Willing to work at a dynamic pace

Responsibilities

Collects data for boundaries, location, topographical, and design surveys
Operates robotic total station, level, GPS Receivers and data collectors in performance of field surveys
Sets points on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, bridges, etc.)
Conducts daily maintenance and up-keep of instruments
Makes sketches and records measurements to indicate exact location of horizontal and vertical control points
Assists in the maintenance of survey equipment, supplies, and vehicle
Travel may be required at times
Performs other duties as assigned