Instrument Operator

Survey Rodman

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as a Survey Rodman where you will gain valuable hands-on experience in the survey industry. You will play a crucial role in supporting the crew chief by setting up projects, cutting lines, carrying equipment, and collecting data using GPS. Your efforts will contribute to residential land development, TxDOT projects, boundary surveys, and more. If you have CAD experience, you will receive training in the office and work frequently in AutoCAD on various survey tasks.

Responsibilities

Cut lines and carry equipment to project sites.

Assist the crew chief in setting up for each project.

Set up and operate GPS equipment to collect data.

Support residential land development, TxDOT, and boundary surveys.

Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

Engage in hands-on fieldwork, ensuring precise data collection.

Essential Skills

Experience working outdoors in surveying, construction, or landscaping.

A general understanding of the survey industry.

Ability to self-motivate and work independently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

CAD experience is beneficial, with opportunities for training in AutoCAD.

Familiarity with GPS, land survey, surveying, topography, and total station is advantageous.

Work Environment

This role requires travel up to 50% of the time. You will work in various outdoor environments, contributing to diverse projects. The position offers training opportunities for a career in surveying, with exposure to cutting-edge technology and equipment in the field.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Addison, Texas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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