Instrument Operator

• Assist the Crew Chief and crew members in setting up and operating surveying instruments, including total
• stations, GPS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Maintain and calibrate survey equipment to ensure accurate operation measurements.
• Comprehensive understanding of how to use all survey-related equipment. 

• Operate surveying instruments to collect field data, including measurements, angles, distances, and elevations. 
• Maintain a high level of accuracy in data collection and recording. 

• Follow Landpoint and Client specific safety protocols and guidelines during field operations to ensure a safe working environment. 
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations and surveying standards. 

• Assist in the maintenance, cleaning, and storage of survey vehicles, equipment, and tools. 
• Report any equipment issues or malfunctions to the Crew Chief. 

• Transfer and organize field data into digital formats for further processing. 
• Collaborate with survey crew members in data quality control and error identification. 

• Work closely with the Crew Chief and crew members to efficiently complete survey tasks and meet project objectives. 

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or coursework in land surveying is a plus. 
• Previous experience as a Survey Instrument Operator or in a related role is advantageous. 
• Familiarity with surveying instruments and data collection tools. 
• Basic understanding of surveying principles and procedures. 
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain data accuracy. 
• Effective communication and teamwork skills. 
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, in order to follow safety protocols, receive work instructions, and coordinate with management team and team members.
• Must have the ability to understand and respond to basic safety instructions in English to ensure compliance with company and OSHA safety standards.
• A willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Valid driver's license preferred and the ability to travel to different job sites. 

• Continuously stand for up to 10 or more hours per day. 
• Lift or carry up to 50 +/- lbs of necessary supplies from the truck to the crews in the field.  
• Must have the ability to traverse creeks and steep slopes. 
• Climb Fences. 
• Walk up to 5 miles per day. 
• Work outdoors in various weather and topographical conditions for long periods of time.  Outdoor temperatures can range from above 100 degrees F to below zero degrees F. 
• Hours worked are typically 8 hours/day 5-6 days/week (not guaranteed).  Schedule driven projects may require more than 10 hours/day and up to 7 days/week. 
• Drive up to 500 miles per day. 
• Bend / Stoop up to 25 or more times per day. 
• Understand potential outdoor hazards associated with working outdoors such as obstacles, straddling, climbing, crawling, and wading in order to traverse obstacles. 
• Be aware of the various hazards associated with the different geographic regions of the U.S.  Some of those hazards include but are not limited to: 
• Animal Hazards such as mosquitoes, snakes, ticks, gators, bears, etc. 
• Poisonous Plants such as poison ivy/oak, briars, thorns, sumac, cactus, etc.  
• Extreme weather conditions such as snow, wind, rain, dust, etc. 
• Extreme terrain such as mountains, swamps, steep slopes, rivers, etc. 

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