| Location | Ellicott City, MD |
| Salary | $20–$30 Per Hour |
Instrument Person - Ellicott City, MD
We're partnering with a growing surveying and geospatial firm seeking an Instrument Person to join its Ellicott City field team. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with surveying experience who wants exposure to a wide variety of projects and the opportunity to develop into a Party Crew Chief over time.
Responsibilities
Support the Party Chief with day-to-day field surveying operations
Operate robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS, levels, and other survey equipment
Collect accurate field data for boundary, topographic, construction stakeout, control, and infrastructure surveys
Set up and maintain survey instruments and equipment
Assist with establishing control, elevations, points, and benchmarks
Maintain accurate field notes and survey records
Work closely with the Party Chief to complete field assignments safely and efficiently
Travel to project sites throughout the region as required
Qualifications
Prior surveying or related field experience preferred
Experience operating total stations, GPS/GNSS, or similar survey equipment strongly preferred
Familiarity with construction staking, topographic, boundary, or control surveys is a plus
Ability to read basic plans, maps, and survey information
Comfortable working outdoors and traveling to project sites
Valid driver's license
Strong reliability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
Paid travel time to project sites
Benefits package
Hands-on training with modern surveying technology
Clear advancement opportunity into Party Crew Chief, with additional long-term paths into Field Coordination, CADD, or Project Management
Pay Details: $20.00 to $30.00 per hour
Search managed by: Joseph Licciardi
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