Survey Instrument Operator

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Accura Engineering And Consulting Services, Inc.
Firm offering engineering, environmental, construction and surveying services for public and private clients.
Collect field survey data and operate surveying instruments for construction projects.
21 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Nashville, TN
Field
Company Size
82 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Consulting
Construction Management
Surveying
IT Solutions
Federal Contracting
Geospatial/GIS
Design‑Build Construction
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Construction
Utilities
Government
Role
What you would be doing
survey oversight
regulatory compliance
client coordination
instrument operation
instrument maintenance
calculations
  • Oversees surveying activities in the absence of Survey Party Chief.
  • Adheres to local, state, and federal survey regulations as well as Accura Engineering procedures.
  • Coordinates with office staff and clients as required.
  • Interprets maps, plats, blueprints, and specifications.
  • Monitors accurate completion of daily timesheets, reports, and vehicle inspections
  • Operates and maintains various surveying instruments, such as transits, level, theodolite, and electronic distance measuring equipment to measure and verify elevations, angles and distances.
  • Assist Party Chief in running the field operations
  • Cleans, checks and adjusts survey instruments to assure accuracy of measurements.
  • Performs mathematical calculations to establish and locate reference points.
What you bring
total stations
gps
gdot
land surveying
hs diploma
driver license
  • Candidates must be able to collect data using company standards for descriptions and line coding.
  • Ability to carry required instruments and equipment
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
  • The worker is subject to variable climate and environmental conditions including but not limited to extreme cold and heat.
  • Experience with GDOT
  • Willing to train the right candidate without the above noted experience
  • Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check
  • 1+ years of utilizing data collectors, robotic and non-robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
  • Must be willing and able to travel as required for the role.
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
  • 1+ years of experience in land surveying
Benefits
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.
Company
Overview
$9M Revenue
Annual Company Performance
The company generates approximately $9 million in annual revenue, demonstrating strong performance across its service lines.
$5M Bonding
Project Bonding Limit
The company offers bonding limits of up to $5 million per project, providing financial security for clients.
$20M Aggregate
Aggregate Bonding Capacity
With an aggregate bonding limit of $20 million, the company can handle large-scale projects efficiently.
GSA 871-7
Professional Engineering Schedule
The company holds the GSA schedule 871-7 for professional engineering services, enabling federal contracts.
  • Founded in Atlanta, this firm swiftly grew into a trusted multi‑disciplinary consultancy serving both federal and local agencies.
  • It combines engineering, environmental assessment, construction management, and surveying under one roof, delivering personal yet full‑service solutions.
  • With project footprints from Alaska to Puerto Rico, their typical engagements include Phase I/II site assessments, wetlands and asbestos surveys, and CEI for infrastructure work.
  • They’re SBA 8(a), SDB and Woman‑Owned certified, enabling high‑profile contracts with DoD, EPA, NASA, GSA, and state DOTs.
  • Accura stands out for melding responsiveness with technical strength, led by a seasoned team of engineers, surveyors, and environmental specialists.
Culture + Values
  • Ability to serve our clients with responsive, personal attention
  • Commitment to technical expertise, quality, client‑focused service
  • Delivery of project solutions on time and within budget
  • Maintains solid reputation with long‑term, repeat clients
  • Small‑company agility combined with full‑service diversity
Environment + Sustainability
  • Provides Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments, wetland surveys, environmental compliance and remediation services
  • Supports federal environmental initiatives (e.g., EPA projects, NPDES, Superfund enforcement)
  • Operates across diverse geographies—from Alaska to Puerto Rico—adhering to region‑specific environmental regulations
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly stated DEI strategy or gender diversity data available
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Survey Instrument Operator at Accura Engineering And Consulting Services, Inc. in Nashville, TN