About the job
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Woolpert is a globally recognized leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services, dedicated to combining design excellence with state-of-the-art technology to provide unmatched value to our clients. Our passionate team is focused on nurturing the next generation of industry leaders. As a certified Great Place to Work® company, we thrive on progress and innovation, creating unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
Position Overview:
Woolpert is looking for a Survey Instrument Operator to become an integral part of our dynamic Survey & Geomatics team in Austin, Houston, or San Antonio, Texas.
In this mid-level role, you will carry out sophisticated land survey tasks under the guidance of the Survey Crew Chief. Your responsibilities will include operating advanced survey instruments, ensuring data precision, and providing essential technical support to the survey team. The ideal candidate will possess a robust understanding of surveying principles, outstanding technical skills, and the capability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively. Proficiency in computer applications for data management and analysis is critical.
You will read maps and construction drawings, assist the Crew Chief with tasks such as field calculations, boundary monument recovery, brush clearing, topographic surveys, utility inventories, establishing geodetic control, and photo/lidar control. Additionally, you will monitor equipment conditions and report any repair needs. Recording field data in electronic data collectors and managing equipment logistics will also be part of your daily tasks. You will be responsible for maintaining various survey equipment including electronic total stations, GNSS units, antennas, radios, cables, batteries, modems, tripods, rods, levels, generators, and traffic control devices.
Please note that we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already have work authorization in the country where the job is located.

