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A Surveyor measures the surface of the Earth and collects data used to make maps, set boundaries, and determine the shape and contour of sections of land. Uses global positioning system (GPS) and global information system (GIS) technology to make measurements. May specialize in measurements to determine airspace boundaries; may conduct marine or hydrographic surveys to measure bodies of water and determine shorelines and water flow and depth.
$65,518 / year median in Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Instrument Person Precision Measurements Inc - 3.5 Glen Allen, VA Job Details Full-time $17.75 - $28.00 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Level Cadastral surveys Construction staking Entry level GPS receivers Full Job Description The Survey Instrument Person will carry out a range of surveying assignments and assist the Survey Party Chief as directed to conduct land surveys of roads, bridges, and buildings sites. The IP establishes and re-establishes lines for construction stakeout surveys and easement and property lines; recovers property corners and sets traverse control points for boundary surveys; sets and marks stakes for construction stakeout projects. The IP directs the survey party during the absence of the party chief and when acting for the Survey Party Chief. Responsibilities also include setting-up and operating survey equipment, including data collector, level, and GPS as well as performing all aspects of stakeout and location surveys using applicable survey equipment.