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| Location | Boca Raton, FL |
| Salary | $23–$40 Per Hour |
Survey Crew Chief
Boca Raton, FL
Lead the Crew. Deliver Precision. Build Your Career.
Our client is a well-established South Florida surveying and engineering firm with more than 40 years of experience delivering high-quality professional services across the region. Known for its commitment to accuracy, technology, and employee development, the company offers a stable environment with diverse projects and long-term growth opportunities.
We are seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations throughout South Florida. This position is ideal for a hands-on surveying professional who enjoys working outdoors, leading crews, utilizing modern technology, and contributing to projects that shape local communities.
Position Summary
The Survey Crew Chief will be responsible for leading and coordinating field survey crews while collecting accurate survey data for a variety of projects, including boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys. This individual will operate advanced surveying equipment, ensure quality control in the field, maintain project schedules, and work closely with surveyors, engineers, and project managers.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily activities of survey field crews
Perform boundary, topographic, construction, route, and as-built surveys
Operate and maintain electronic survey equipment, including GPS and robotic total stations
Collect, verify, and document accurate field data
Ensure survey work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards
Review field notes and measurements for completeness and accuracy
Coordinate with office staff, project managers, engineers, and licensed surveyors
Maintain project schedules and communicate field progress effectively
Troubleshoot field challenges and provide solutions to keep projects on track
Transport, set up, and care for survey equipment
Follow all company safety procedures and industry best practices
Qualifications
Required
Previous experience in land surveying, preferably in a crew chief or lead field role
Experience performing boundary, topographic, and/or construction surveys
Proficiency operating electronic survey equipment
Ability to read survey plans, plats, and construction drawings
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to work overtime and occasional weekends as project demands require
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening
Preferred
Experience working in South Florida surveying environments
Familiarity with GPS, RTK, robotic total stations, and data collectors
Knowledge of construction layout and staking
Experience mentoring and training junior field personnel
CST certification or surveying-related education/training
Compensation & Benefits
$23 - $40 per hour, based on experience
Overtime opportunities available
Full-time, permanent position
Long-term career growth potential
Opportunity to work on a wide variety of South Florida projects
Exposure to modern surveying technology and equipment
Stable organization with a strong reputation and decades of success
Work Environment
Primarily field-based role
Outdoor work in various weather conditions
Travel to project sites throughout South Florida
Occasional extended hours based on project schedules and deadlines
Why Join?
Established company with over 40 years of success
Diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, municipal, and infrastructure projects
Supportive team culture focused on quality and professional development
Opportunity to lead projects and grow your surveying career
Investment in modern technology and field equipment
Pay Details: $23.00 to $40.00 per hour
Search managed by: Reinaldo Espinosa
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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