Traveling Land Survey Instrument Operator

Job Description

  Salary Range:$23.00 To $28.00 HourlyOverviewPS&S is an award winning "one-stop shop” of architecture and engineering excellence, which was established in 1962. The depth and breadth of our expertise has helped PS&S grow into a firm offering multi-disciplined, full-service architecture, engineering, design, environmental and surveying consulting services. PS&S is proud to be named NJBIZ Best Places to Work NJ 2025.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Traveling Land Survey Instrument Operator to support pipeline and utility projects from Alabama to New York, based out of our Wall, NJ office. This position is ideal for someone with strong field experience, technical proficiency, and a commitment to delivering accurate, high‑quality survey data.In this role, you will work outdoors, operate modern survey instruments, and support daily field operations. You may also assist the Survey Crew Chief with planning and executing field activities. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail‑oriented, and able to perform effectively under the direction of the Survey Crew Chief.
Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating field activities, ensuring efficient operation, performance, and maintenance of all survey equipment.
• Perform fieldwork for boundary, topographic, physical, and construction stakeout surveys.
• Operate GPS units, conventional total stations, and data collectors to provide accurate locations, stakeouts, and field measurements.
• Support the Crew Chief with field tasks and data collection.
• Potentially oversee daily operations of a field crew, ensuring accuracy and quality across all survey types.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management. 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of land surveying experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficiency with modern survey equipment and methods, including total stations and data collectors.
• Ability to perform basic calculations, compute offsets, and determine points.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and work flexible hours, including overtime.
• Physical ability to work outdoors, walk long distances, and carry equipment throughout the day.
• Experience with Leica, Trimble GPS and Total Stations preferred.
• Working knowledge of Static and RTK GPS is a plus.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license

What We Offer

• Exposure to diverse project types 
• We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program.
• We foster an up-beat, creative, and collaborative working environment.
• We offer competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.

*Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, credentials, time in role, peer and market data, and geographic location. 

• No recruiters or agencies please.

• Candidates must be based in the United States and must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

PS&S, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Together we are committed to building and supporting a culture where differences and inclusion are welcomed, embraced, and valued. We look to continually diversify our team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.