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ESP Associates, Inc.
Survey Instrument Operator
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A Grinder or Sharpener operates grinding machinery used to sharpen metal tools and blades.
$42,335 / year median in North Carolina
+3% projected growth
Job Description
ESP Associates, Inc. has an immediate opportunity for a Survey Instrument Operator to join our team in Greensboro, NC.
Various types of Route surveying as well as SUE skills and utility mapping experience a plus. Computer skills involved in the submittal of daily files including downloading of data, preparation/organization of field sketches & digital photographs, completion of daily checklists & timesheets, and vehicle navigation are required. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Navigation programs and Trimble Data Transfer a plus. Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy. Position does include some out of town travel for which meal per diem, and lodging are provided. This position is subject to outside environmental conditions. Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the companys driving (MVR) policy.
Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 189 on the 2026 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2026 ranking of 53. ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including: Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid HolidaysVTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)Behavioral Medicine through TeladocShort-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePet InsuranceEducation Reimbursement OpportunitiesFlexible and Dependent Benefits PlanReferral Bonuses
Qualifications:
Experience in land surveying preferred. Position requires comprehensive knowledge conventional, robotic and GPS surveying functions including static, fast static, RTK, and VRS. Experience with Trimble data collection, GPS receivers, and robotic total stations required. Ability to travel out of town as needed.Various types of Route surveying as well as SUE skills and utility mapping experience a plus. Computer skills involved in the submittal of daily files including downloading of data, preparation/organization of field sketches & digital photographs, completion of daily checklists & timesheets, and vehicle navigation are required. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Navigation programs and Trimble Data Transfer a plus. Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving (MVR) policy. Position does include some out of town travel for which meal per diem, and lodging are provided. This position is subject to outside environmental conditions. Candidate must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the companys driving (MVR) policy.
Corporate Information:
ESP is a multi-discipline engineering design and consulting firm providing our clients with civil engineering, surveying, planning/landscape architecture, geosciences, environmental, subsurface utility engineering, and construction engineering inspection.Through years of dedicated service to our clients, ESP has received a designation of 189 on the 2026 ENR Top 500 Design Firm rankings. For the firm's primary territory, the ENR Texas & Southeast Top Design Firms, ESP received a 2026 ranking of 53. ESP offers an excellent employee benefits package including: Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid HolidaysVTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)Behavioral Medicine through TeladocShort-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)Long-Term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePet InsuranceEducation Reimbursement OpportunitiesFlexible and Dependent Benefits PlanReferral Bonuses