Field Surveyor
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Job Description
Field Surveyor operating GPS and machine-control systems for Spriggs Excavation’s multi-state construction projects. Traveling continuously to sites and ensuring work meets design specifications.
Responsibilities:
- Set up, adjust, and operate survey equipment, data collectors, and GPS systems to measure distances, elevations, and angles
- Conduct surveys to measure soil or rock grade and assess elevations for grading
- Read and interpret design plans and provide accurate survey data
- Establish vertical and horizontal control networks using GPS systems
- Set up and calibrate base station poles
- Install and manage survey files on GPS-equipped construction equipment such as dozers and motor graders
- Troubleshoot and resolve machine control issues
- Organize and maintain survey data, field notes, and project files using SharePoint, Propeller, and data collectors
- Mentor others in survey techniques and GPS systems
- Work closely with the Project Superintendent and Project Manager to ensure construction complies with design specifications and project drawings
- Help advance company standards and best practices for survey-related functions
Requirements:
- Willingness to travel up to 100% of the time to support multiple job sites across the U.S.
- Two-year technical engineering/surveying training or combination of high school diploma and experience
- Strong working knowledge of surveying equipment and techniques, including Topcon GPS, Trimble GPS, Base Stations, machine controls, and lasers
- Prior experience using Topcon products is preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and design plans
- Proficiency in basic mathematical calculations
- Competence in Bluebeam, Excel, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory
- Familiarity with Propeller and Magnet software is preferred
- Prior experience in a survey role supporting renewable energy projects is preferred
- Surveyor License is preferred
- Drone License is preferred
- Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check and drug test
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Matched Retirement
- Voluntary group life insurance
- Supplemental insurance through AFLAC
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Insurance & ID Theft Protection
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Competitive Pay
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Bonus Program





