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Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's New England Region is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and ...

ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's New England Region is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our capabilities! This ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and ...

Bachelors Degree in Related Discipline Preferred * 10+ years of Technical Experience in a Geomatics Specialty (Survey, SUE, GIS, photogrammetry, etc.) * Completed Advanced Utility Locator Training ...

ABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Watertown, Massachusetts office is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our ...

Bachelors Degree in Related Discipline Preferred * 10+ years of Technical Experience in a Geomatics Specialty (Survey, SUE, GIS, photogrammetry, etc.) * Completed Advanced Utility Locator Training ...

Bachelors Degree in Related Discipline Preferred * 10+ years of Technical Experience in a Geomatics Specialty (Survey, SUE, GIS, photogrammetry, etc.) * Completed Advanced Utility Locator Training ...

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to ...

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As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for a geomatics in the United States is $31.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay 500,000 a year in the US?

In the field of geomatics, high-paying roles such as senior geospatial engineers, GIS directors, or consulting firm partners can reach or exceed $500,000 annually, especially with extensive experience, specialized skills, and leadership responsibilities. These positions often require advanced degrees, certifications, and expertise in GIS software, remote sensing, or surveying, and may involve managing large projects or teams.

What is a geomatics career?

A geomatics career involves collecting, analyzing, and managing geographic data using tools like GIS, GPS, and remote sensing. Professionals in this field work in mapping, surveying, and spatial data analysis, often requiring technical skills and certifications in geospatial technologies.

What jobs can you get with a degree in geomatics?

A degree in geomatics can lead to careers such as GIS analyst, surveying technician, remote sensing specialist, cartographer, geospatial data analyst, and GIS developer. These roles involve working with geographic information systems, mapping software, and spatial data collection tools, often requiring proficiency in software like ArcGIS or QGIS. Many positions are available in government agencies, engineering firms, environmental organizations, and technology companies.

What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

In the field of geomatics, high-paying roles such as GIS managers or surveying project managers can reach or exceed $10,000 per month with extensive experience and specialized skills, often without requiring a traditional degree but instead emphasizing certifications, technical expertise, and industry experience. These positions typically involve managing large projects, using advanced GIS software, and working in environments like engineering firms or government agencies.
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Geomatics Survey Equipment Operator

Geomatics Survey Equipment Operator

VHB

Portland, ME • Hybrid

Full-time

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Job description

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ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB's New England Region is seeking a Geomatics Equipment Operator to join our team. Check out VHB's Geomatics service page to learn more about this team and our capabilities! 

This position requires regular outdoor work and travel. Travel would generally consist of extended field work and overnight stays spread across remote areas of Northern Maine and New England. This position is per-diem, working on large scale surveying projects.

Responsibilities - Perform various land surveying tasks under the direction of more senior Land Surveyors including:

  • Operation, transport and setup of Robotic total stations, data collectors, GPS, and other land surveying equipment
  • Land surveying including boundary line, topographic survey, construction stakeout and utility surveys
  • Reconnaissance and recovery of land surveying markers through use of hand tools and digging
  • Construction stakeout of proposed improvements, including installation of stakes through use of sledgehammers and hand tools
  • Operation and maintenance of surveying equipment 
  • Documenting all phases of survey work through clear field notes and data collection
  • Ability to travel on short notice, at night, and/or on weekend shifts, and potentially for extended periods of time throughout Maine.
  • Ability to endure harsh outdoor environments in uncomfortable/extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and remote locations.

Skills and Abilities

  • Proficient in reading, understanding, and evaluating the significance of survey, right-of-way, engineering, and architectural drawings with respect to each survey project
  • Ability to learn the proper use of GPS equipment and Robotic Instruments and mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of geometry
  • Ability to learn and understand the basics of boundary, topographic, construction, and utility surveys
  • Able to think critically
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with survey staff and clients
  • AutoCAD experience desirable

 Qualifications

  • 0-1 year of experience or willingness to learn using standard survey equipment (i.e., RTK GPS, total station, levels)
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Willing to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements
  • Ability to transport land surveying equipment, navigate and traverse through difficult terrain, environments, and wooded areas
  • Must have a valid driver's license 
  • Must be able to lift 75lbs
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D desirable, but not required

Building what's next, together.

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, peopledriven, futureready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

 

When you join VHB, you'll find:

  • Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
  • A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
  • Support to grow your skills and lead through change
  • Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
  • Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

We're growing across the East Coast and are consistently recognized as a great place to work. Ready to shape what's next? Learn more about what sets our employee experience apart and connect with us.  

 

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME