Instrument Operator

Tesoro Technology has partnered with a prominent national survey and engineering firm specializing in renewable energy and land development. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Land Survey Assistant/Instrument Operator to work remotely, primarily supporting projects in your area. This contract-to-hire position offers significant growth opportunities within a dynamic and expanding company.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Land Survey Instrument Operator to join our client’s team and deliver exceptional surveying services to internal and external clients.

Salary: $80,000-100,000
Travel Requirement: 3-4 weeks minimum at a time/1 week off
Per Diem: $205 (covering 7 days per week if working 6 days)
Hours: Average of 75-85 hours per week due to travel

***Must have a Valid Driver’s License and a clean driving history***

In this role, the Instrument Operator/ Survey Assistant will:

• Assisting the Crew Chief in the operation of a field survey crew.
• The primary objectives are the quality of work (accuracy, thoroughness, regulatory compliance, and public relations), safety, and equipment maintenance.
• Must operate equipment, maintain a safe work environment, protect and maintain the equipment and vehicles, accurately and efficiently collect field data, and locate features.
• Record accurate and precise surveying notes.
• Accurately record data points with a data collector
• Set wooden stakes and iron rods, cut and clear brush, trees, etc.
• Adhere to the company’s Safety, Quality Management, and Equipment Maintenance policies.
• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry survey equipment and supplies in remote, rural, or urban surroundings
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk long distances

Preferred Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three (3) to four (4) years of progressive experience in land survey field operations, with proficiency in land survey equipment (total stations) and GPS, is required.

If you are passionate about land surveying and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team!