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Survey Technician/Instrument Operator-March 2024
St. Louis
Mar 2, 2026
About Survey Technician/Instrument Operator

  Who We Are

  SAM is the nation’s largest combined geospatial solutions and inspection service provider in the industry. We use the industry’s most advanced software and hardware for collecting and analyzing complex spatial data across a wide range of markets and scientific disciplines. Our national reach, expertise, and applied technologies uniquely equip us to capture physical environments from coast to coast — delivering practical insights and high-quality spatial data with unrivaled speed and accuracy.

  Your Impact at SAM

  The geomatics instrument operator uses a variety of land survey instruments to support a crew in their daily operations

  Assists in the completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief

  Responsible for the operation, checking and basic field adjustments of land survey equipment. E.g. tripods, tribrachs, levels, total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems

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

  Read and interpret various types of maps and plans

  Complete neat and orderly field notes for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief

  Keeps Crew Chief informed of problems and progress

  Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies

  Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools and vehicle

  Follow company safety procedures for land survey operations

  What You Bring to SAM

  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  Possession of a valid, current driver’s license

  One year industry experience

  Knowledgeable in the principles and performance of basic types of surveys, survey computations, and field operations

  Ability to work continually outside in all types of weather conditions and terrain

  Ability to work out of town, in remote locations, for extended periods of time

  Our Perks

  Company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance (HSA and FSA plans available)

  Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays and parental leave) – Accrual starts immediately

  401(k) program offers 100% employer match up to 5%

  Paid continuing education courses and tuition reimbursement

  Employee Assistance Program – Your mental health is our priority

  No glass ceiling! Truly a place to spread your wings (Ask about our Career Pathing!)

  Trainings throughout the year – Specialized in-house trainings programs designed to assist you in advancing in your career

  Office snacks, free food and fun-themed events for employees throughout the year

  Passion for our Community – You have endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers with our Corporate Social Responsibility Program

  Our Culture

  Our entrepreneurial culture is a key factor in SAM being recognized as a Top Workplace for eleven consecutive years, and we make it our mission to ensure every one of our employees learns how to build and manage a business, not just be the subject matter expert on the team. At SAM, our employee’s development is instrumental to our success. Your learning will be supported by specialized in-house training programs and mentoring by the industry’s leading experts, who just happen to be on our staff! We make SAM a GREAT place to work, but it all starts with YOU!

  EEO

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

  Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  Possession of a valid, current driver’s license

  One year industry experience

  Knowledgeable in the principles and performance of basic types of surveys, survey computations, and field operations

  Ability to work continually outside in all types of weather conditions and terrain

  Ability to work out of town, in remote locations, for extended periods of time

  The geomatics instrument operator uses a variety of land survey instruments to support a crew in their daily operations

  Assists in the completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief

  Responsible for the operation, checking and basic field adjustments of land survey equipment. E.g. tripods, tribrachs, levels, total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems

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

  Read and interpret various types of maps and plans

  Complete neat and orderly field notes for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief

  Keeps Crew Chief informed of problems and progress

  Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies

  Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools and vehicle

  Follow company safety procedures for land survey operations

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