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Actalent Land Surveyor (Crew Chief Or Instrument Operator) in Raleigh, North Carolina
Survey Crew Chief & Instrument Operator
Join a team where your skills make an impact.
We’re looking for a motivated Survey Crew Chief & Instrument Operator to support a wide range of mapping and land development projects across Eastern North Carolina. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving real‑world challenges, and being part of a tight‑knit, experienced team, this role offers the perfect blend of hands‑on fieldwork and professional growth.
What You’ll Do
Work as a key member of our field crew, collecting accurate land data that drives major development projects.
Operate and adjust industry‑leading surveying instruments (Leica/Nikon, digital/automatic levels, GPS, Total Stations).
Travel to job sites across diverse terrain and manage all survey equipment on site.
Identify survey control points, utilities, and surface features with precision.
Create and update clear field sketches and documentation.
Survey utility structures such as pedestals, handholes, valves, meters, poles, and more.
Record measurements and descriptive data using GPS and data collectors following established standards.
Work outdoors year‑round and contribute to meaningful, community‑impacting projects.
What You Bring
Strong understanding of land surveying and instrument operation.
Experience with boundary and topographic surveys.
Familiarity with Total Stations, GPS, and standard survey procedures.
At least 2 years of surveying experience.
Bonus Skills
Experience with TOPCON, Robotic Total Stations, TRIMBLE, and advanced GPS equipment.
Six months of field survey experience or equivalent training.
Associate’s degree or higher in surveying/geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Field‑focused role with limited travel — stay close to home while working on a variety of local projects.
Hands‑on, outdoor work in all seasons for those who enjoy being active and outside.
Supportive, experienced team that values mentorship, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Opportunity to grow your skills and advance your surveying career with a company that invests in its people.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Raleigh, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 hybrid position in Raleigh,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.