Instrument Operator

Are you interested in growing your survey skills and working in the outdoors? C.T. Male Associates, a multi-discipline surveying, engineering, environmental, and architectural firm in the Northeast, is looking for a motivated Instrument Operator to join our team in either Latham or Syracuse, NY.

What You’ll Do

• Perform boundary, topographic, and construction surveys under direct supervision of a Crew Chief, contributing to a variety of projects.
• Operate and maintain a variety of surveying instruments, such as Data Collectors, Total Stations, GPS, 3D Laser Scanners, drones, and other equipment.
• Perform mathematical calculations to establish and locate reference points, property corners, and line staking construction projects.
• Interpret maps, plats, plans, and specifications.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour, paid weekly, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

In addition to competitive wages, our survey crews regularly perform work on prevailing wage projects throughout New York State. Depending on project assignment and location, prevailing wage rates currently range from $66.00 - $96.00 per hour. Not all projects are prevailing wage projects, and employees typically work a mix of project types through the year.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in Survey or a related field is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain training certifications as needed.
• Must be willing to work out of town within approximately three (3) hours of the Albany area (paid travel and per-diem).
• Ability to comfortably lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds of equipment and walk several feet.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.).
• Professional development support (training, conferences, certifications).

Come join a company where your talents and motivations are rewarded.

EOE, including disability/veterans.