Surveyor — Foreman, Rodman, Instrument Operator

About this role

We are hiring survey crew members in Forsyth, GA. Openings include foreman-level leadership, instrument operator, and entry-level rodman roles. Crews perform land and hydrographic surveys, stake sites, and support construction layout across regional projects. Expect hands-on field work on open sites and waterways, reading plans, setting control, and guiding less-experienced crew members when in a foreman role. Positions are full-time, site-based — occasional overtime and regional travel may be required depending on project needs.

What you'll do

• • Work on a land surveying crew performing property, boundary, and hydrographic surveys
• • Operate and maintain instruments: total station, GPS/GNSS, levels, and related gear
• • Perform site layout, staking, control setups, and as-built data collection
• • Read and interpret civil and technical drawings, plats, and blueprints on site
• • Lead crew activities and coordinate daily tasks when assigned a foreman role
• • Keep accurate field notes, collect survey data, and prepare clear deliverables

What we're looking for

• • Hands-on experience with land and property surveying methods
• • Familiarity with hydrographic surveying or willingness to train on water-based work
• • Ability to read and interpret civil drawings, technical plans, and blueprints
• • Skill in site layout, staking, and setting control points
• • Safe work habits around heavy equipment and in varied weather/terrain
• • Dependable transportation to Forsyth-area job sites and ability to travel regionally

Qualifications

• • Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• • OSHA 10 (or site-specific safety training) preferred or required where applicable
• • Experience operating GPS/GNSS receivers and total stations
• • Proven crew experience; supervisory or foreman experience for lead roles
• • First Aid/CPR certification preferred
• • Ability to read and produce clear field notes and digital survey files

What we offer

• • Health insurance options and access to medical benefits
• • Paid time off and holiday pay
• • Overtime opportunities for field hours beyond standard schedule
• • Tool and boot allowance or reimbursement for required PPE
• • Company-supported safety and site-specific training
• • Mileage reimbursement or travel per diem for regional assignments

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