Instrument Operator; L

Arora and Associates, PC is seeking an Instrument Operator to join our Land Surveying Department in Lawrenceville, NJ. Applicant must be a responsible, motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong technical and computer skills, and able to work in a team environment in the office and in the field. This is a field position with required travel between the office and job sites in New Jersey and New York, using company vehicles.

Operate a variety of surveying instruments, including:

• GNSS-RTN (Real-Time Network) receivers for high-precision positioning
• Total stations for conventional data collection
• Mobile LiDAR systems for corridor and roadway surface mapping

Collect accurate geospatial data to support:

• Bridge design and inspection projects
• Roadway design, rehabilitation, and asset management
• As-built surveys and existing condition documentation
• Ensure data collection aligns with project control networks and coordinate systems (e.g., state plane, local grid)
• Perform field calibrations and instrument checks to maintain accuracy and with quality standards
• Assist in planning and executing data acquisition missions with consideration for safety, accessibility, and site conditions
• Record and manage metadata, field notes, and environmental conditions relevant to each data collection effort
• Collaborate with project managers, surveyors, and engineers to confirm survey requirements and data needs
• Post-process or prepare collected data for office staff, including point cloud formatting, file naming, and preliminary QA/QC
• Maintain survey equipment, ensuring readiness and proper function for all field activities
• Adhere to safety protocols and traffic control requirements while working in active roadway or bridge environments

• 1 to 2 years’ experience doing the following:
  • Operation of survey equipment such as total stations, data collectors, levels and (GPS)
  • Using software to download survey data from data collectors
• Ability to work on construction sites in NJ weather
• Willing and able to work overtime and to travel for out-of-town assignments
• A valid driver's license

Compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Arora and Associates, PC is a regional, full-service cvil engineering and transportation design firm with a proven track record of success. We are dedicated to providing innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients.

Arora and Associates, PC offers a competitive benefits package including:

• 8 paid federal holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Access to Teladoc and Nurse Line
• Reimbursement for professional licensing and professional society dues
• Employer paid group term life insurance
• Guaranteed coverage in voluntary life insurance
• Long- and short-term disability insurance
• 401K with company match
• Transit Chek

Arora and Associates, PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Arora and Associates, P.C. is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or marital status. Women, disabled persons and veterans are encouraged to apply.

When applying for this position reference job no. L-2026-01.

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