Survey Instrument Operator

Arcadis

Survey Instrument Operator conducting field surveys for Arcadis in Atlanta, GA. Primarily outdoor work requiring physical activity and engagement with surveying technology.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $42,400 - $53,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Angular

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conducting field surveys; taking field measurements; and the compilation, update, and maintenance of maps.
May conduct surveys utilizing Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.
May assist in collecting electronic linear and angular measurements using electronic total stations with on board data collection routines to assist office staff with computing and adjusting field traverse closures.
May assist with collecting topographic, planimetric or other as-built data on various project sites.
Collection activities may require use of brush clearing tools (i.e. machete, brush hook, chain saw) or lifting of 50 to 75 pound man-hole covers.
May compute simple computations to compile data to establish primary control points for projects.
Works under direct supervision from a Survey Party Chief.
Keep survey equipment and survey vehicle maintained and organized.
Communicate with other team members in an effective manor, both orally and written.
Learn new procedures and equipment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 1 year of work experience
Minimum 1 year of Survey / Field work experience or demonstrated continuous work history.
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience with LEICA brand GPS, Electronic Total Stations, and Digital Levels

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
life insurance
paid parental leave
reward & recognition program
optional benefits including wellbeing benefits
adoption assistance
tuition reimbursement
nine paid holidays
15 days PTO that accrue per year

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Hard Skills & Tools

Field MeasurementsData CompilationSimple ComputationsTopographic Data CollectionPlanimetric Data Collection

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam Collaboration