Land Survey Crew Chief

Job Title: Survey Crew Chief & Instrument Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a Survey Crew Chief and Instrument Operators to join our dynamic surveying team to support mapping needs and projects throughout Eastern North Carolina. As an Instrument Operator, you will play a crucial role in field surveying activities, including maintaining survey equipment and assisting in data collection for land development projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team responsible for surveying land and collecting data about land conditions for development projects.
• Adjust and operate surveying instruments such as Leica/Nikon, digital and automatic levels, and various survey-related software.
• Transport and manage all surveying instruments at job sites across diverse landscapes.
• Identify project survey control points and above-ground utility surface features.
• Prepare or update field sketches of marked utilities and survey designated marks accurately using available survey control.
• Survey utility appurtenances, including pedestals, handholes, water valves, water meters, utility poles, and other utility structures.
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data using data collectors and GPS, adhering to well-established standards.
• Perform all duties outdoors, working in all weather conditions.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in land surveying and instrument operating.
• Experience in boundary and topographic surveys.
• Familiarity with Leica/Nikon instruments, digital levels, and survey-related software.
• Ability to identify and document utility configurations and survey control points.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of surveying experience.
• Experience with TOPCON, Robotic Total Stations, GPS, and TRIMBLE Survey Equipment.
• Six months of survey experience or equivalent training/courses in surveying.
• Thorough understanding of standard survey procedures and instruments.
• Associate"s degree or higher in surveying technology/geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment is predominantly outdoors, requiring work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. The role involves fieldwork more than office work, with minimal travel, and is close to home. This position offers the chance to work with experienced professionals who provide mentorship and guidance in the field.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chapel Hill, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Chapel Hill,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC-with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.