Instrument Operator

Overview

Assist survey crews operating instruments to collect accurate field data for various surveys.

Key Responsibilities

• data collection
• survey instruments
• topographic survey
• project setup
• data transfer
• equipment management

Tasks

-Collect accurate field data and ensure proper documentation for project deliverables. -Work on a variety of land development and civil site projects. -Operate surveying instruments including total stations, robotic total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors [Trimble, Carlson]. -Assist with field surveys including topographic surveys, boundary surveys, location/design surveys, construction staking, and as-built surveys. -Support the survey crew chief with project setup, data transfer, and equipment management.

Requirements

• trimble
• carlson
• gps
• math
• teamwork
• outdoor

What You Bring

-Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. -Experience with Trimble and Carlson data collectors preferred. -Familiarity with GPS receivers, total stations, and robotic total stations. -Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively in a team environment. -Strong math skills. -Basic understanding of land surveying principles.

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Benefits

-Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and grow professionally. -Gain hands-on experience with modern surveying technology. -Competitive pay based on experience and full benefits package [health insurance, PTO, and more].

About R. Joe Harris & Associates, Inc.

-Over the years it grew steadily, blending meticulous land surveying with infrastructure design across residential, commercial and municipal sectors. -Their portfolio spans master‑planned communities, pump stations, roadways, stormwater systems and flood studies throughout the Charlotte/York County region. -The company’s dual‑department setup—civil engineering and land surveying—allows seamless collaboration on multi‑phase, complex projects. -Typical engagements include boundary and topographic surveys, wastewater and water‑system modeling, and site development for industrial and commercial builds. -They’ve led signature regional projects like the Rock Hill Operations Center and upscale communities such as Habersham and Walnut Creek. -Their financial footprint remains modest but resilient, supporting mid-sized revenue from specialized engineering and surveying services. -An unusual fact: although small in size, they marshal both legal‑precision land mapping and technical infrastructure planning under one roof.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the u.s. without sponsorship now or in the future.