Survey Technician / Instrument Operator - Entry Level

Who We Are

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services (MGS) framework. As North America's premiere MGS company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Your Impact at SAM

Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for various surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout

Support the Crew Chief by helping to set up and operate survey equipment, including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios / modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, automatic and digital levels

Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations

Read and interpret various types of maps and plans with guidance from the Crew Chief

Record accurate field notes, measurements, and sketches for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief

Load and unload trucks, clean and maintain land survey equipment and supplies

Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices

What You Bring to SAM

High School diploma or equivalent required

Valid, current driver's license required

No prior surveying experience is required – just a willingness to learn, work outdoors, and develop technical skills in a hands-on setting

Strong interest in land surveying, construction, or civil engineering

Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments and carry up to 80lbs

Available to travel / stay out of town for work as needed

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits : BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability / Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits : Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance : Paid time off including vacation / sick / holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development : Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans / Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts : Access to "Perks at Work" for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards / Achievements : SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

EEO

SAM is an EOE / Affirmative Action Employer M / F / D / V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.

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