Instrument Operator

  • Actalent
  • Arlington, Texas
  • Full Time

Job Title: Instrument Operator

Job Description

Join our team as an Instrument Operator where you will work outdoors as a party chief helper. Your primary responsibilities will involve gathering field survey data using Trimble GPS units and collaborating with fellow surveyors. You will be engaged in property surveys and construction staking.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily tasks with the Field Crew Coordinator and Project Manager/Coordinator to ensure successful completion of assignments.
  • Communicate effectively with clients, construction personnel, local authorities, and the general public as needed.
  • Assume responsibility for the crew's safety, efficiency, work quality, performance, and equipment.
  • Record all work performed and conditions encountered clearly, accurately, and thoroughly using established company procedures and formats.
  • Review information and analyze data to identify any errors or omissions, resolving them with office personnel prior to completion.
  • Work quickly and efficiently to ensure tasks are completed on time.
  • Perform all duties carefully to ensure all tasks are completed as accurately as possible.
  • Prioritize the safety of all persons and property at all times.
  • Operate total stations, levels, and GPS.

Essential Skills

  • 1+ year of survey experience
  • Proficiency in operating Trimble GPS units
  • Experience with construction staking and survey techniques

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience with title and tree surveys is beneficial
  • Familiarity with Trimble Robotics is advantageous

Work Environment

The role involves working in an outdoor setting, gathering data and submitting files to the survey office for further review and design. No travel is required.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Arlington,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email ... for other accommodation options.

Job ID: 489444176
Originally Posted on: 8/14/2025

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