Survey Instrument Operator

Join Us:

Start Your Journey as a Survey Instrument Operator — Work in the Field, Master Technology, Build Your Future

Do you enjoy working outside, learning new technology, and being part of projects that leave a lasting impact on communities? Are you looking for a hands-on career where every day brings new challenges, locations, and opportunities to grow?

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Norwell, MA; Boston, MA; or Hartford, CT. In this role, you will help collect precise field data that supports transportation, infrastructure, land development, and construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable surveying experience, work alongside seasoned professionals, and develop technical skills using advanced surveying equipment and technology.

What You'll Do:

• Travel to various project sites to support field data collection effort, learning and applying various survey methods, field procedures, documentation standards, and equipment operations
• Prepare, organize, and maintain field equipment—including GPS receivers, total stations, and electronic data collectors
• Support the Crew Chief in field calculations and sketches, preparation of field survey assignment data, as well as design and record plan content
• Aid in record research and boundary, topographic, and construction surveys as part of a collaborative field team

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• No prior experience required; however, prior internships and/or applicable coursework preferred
• Strong math skills (trigonometry and geometry) and a willingness to learn about the surveying industry
• Ability to lift and carry equipment over uneven terrain and work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong teamwork, time-management, and communication skills with the ability to represent the firm professionally with clients and the broader public
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel short-term required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred
• NSPS‑CST Level I certification preferred
• Drone piloting experience preferred

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Gain hands-on experience with advanced surveying equipment and technologies while learning from knowledgeable professionals invested in your success
• Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, designers, and project teams who will help you expand your technical knowledge

Curious how CHA’s Survey Geospatial team supports safer, more efficient movement across communities? Explore our work at: chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/.

Salary Range:

$23.00 - $29.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

Culture/EEO Statement:

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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