Survey Instrument Operator/Civil Engineering Technician

Company: DGT Associates Inc
Location: Boston
Posted on: January 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Survey Instrument Operator, Field and construction Surveyor, Survey or Civil Engineering Technician Performs all aspects of assigned survey field and or office duties with help from other team members. Collaborates with other technicians and or the survey Crew Chief to help ensure that field or office projects are completed correctly to company standards. Communicates clearly with others. Can complete assigned tasks with the ability to learn and improve. Must have a driver's license and ability to pass a drug test. Group Benefits available include - 401K plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability, Paid Sick, Vacation and Holidays. Requirements: Field Duties - Completes assigned survey tasks while complying with established field survey procedures using total stations, survey data collectors, GPS and other survey equipment and ensures that the field data is in the proper format; provides documentation with photos or sketches to assist with office processing of the data.-Thoroughly understands the scope of the project from project supervisor before starting work.- Reports to and communicates daily with the survey manager or project leader.- Keeps clear and accurate field notes.- Communicates with the survey supervisor to report any problems or delays.- Performs sufficient checks in the field to assure set control and points are within positional tolerance needed for the task.- Uses proper safety equipment and follows proper field safety procedures.- Survey Technicians are responsible for the safety and care of all crew members, vehicles, and equipment, and the public's interest. Attempts to resolve their own project-related needs such as equipment, vehicle maintenance, special equipment requirements or other issues and contacts their supervisor for problems or issues Thay need help with.- Portrays a professional appearance by wearing the appropriate clothing for the work environment and assures other crew members do also.- Trains and mentors junior Survey Technicians.- Reviews and verifies that all field work needed on site was performed to standards to meet job requirements.- Performs other assigned duties in a professional manner. Office Duties - Perform office CAD processing work in support of survey operations. Perform Record research when needed. Perform CAD Drafting or preparing reports from field data. Perform other office or field duties as they development and or are assigned. Physical/Other Requirements - Must have a valid driver's license and safety record and be able to safely drive a company vehicle to project jobsites. - Must have or be able to get an OSHA 10 Construction card and know construction and general safety. - Must be able to communicate well with others. - Must be able to stand and walk through rough terrain and carry equipment that can weigh up to 50 pounds. - Must be able to climb ladders stairs and scaffolds and work in a busy environment or construction site. - Must be able to wear protective equipment when needed.

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