Survey Technician/Instrument Operator Position Available In Houston, Georgia

Survey Technician/Instrument Operator
Warner Robins, Georgia
Survey
6971
Job Description
Who We Are
For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America’s premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client’s business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Your Impact at SAM
Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout
Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems
Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels
Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations
Read and interpret various types of maps and plans
Complete neat and orderly field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief
Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies
Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle
Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices
What You Bring to SAM
High School diploma or equivalent required
Valid, current driver’s license required
One year industry experience
Minimum knowledge of land surveying practices and performance of basic types of surveys, mathematical computations, and field operations
Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments
Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed
Our Perks

Health and Wellness Benefits:

BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with

HSA + FSA

plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being

Financial Benefits:

Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend

Work-Life Balance:

Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families

Professional Development:

Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS – our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program

Perks and Discounts:

Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks

Culture and Awards/Achievements:

SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
EEO
SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer

M/F/D/V. SAM

also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.