ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Chainman Surveyor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Spot On Surveying, Inc.

Land Surveying Party Chief

Buda, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

Land Surveying Party Chief At Spot On Surveying, Inc., we are a team, plain and simple. We all work ... chainman, rodman, and instrument operators. Requirements · Ability to multi-task. · Good math ...

previous page

Showing results 21-30

All JobsConstruction JobsSurveying JobsSurveyor JobsChainman Surveyor Jobs

Chainman Surveyor information

See salary details

$31.5K

$74.7K

$120.5K

How much do chainman surveyor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for chainman surveyor in the United States is $74,746.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chainman Surveyor vs Rodman Surveyor?

AspectChainman SurveyorRodman Surveyor
CertificationsTypically requires basic surveying certifications or trainingSimilar certifications, often overlapping with Chainman Surveyor
Work EnvironmentOutdoor construction sites, land surveying projectsOutdoor environments, assisting in field measurements
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, land development, civil engineeringConstruction, land surveying firms, civil projects

The main difference between a Chainman Surveyor and a Rodman Surveyor lies in their specific roles. Both positions often require similar certifications and work in outdoor environments on construction or land surveying projects. While the Chainman Surveyor may focus more on measuring and marking distances using chains, the Rodman Surveyor typically assists with setting up survey points and recording measurements. Both roles are essential in the surveying process and are often used interchangeably depending on the project or employer.

More about Chainman Surveyor jobs

What cities are hiring for Chainman Surveyor jobs?

Cities with the most Chainman Surveyor job openings:

What states have the most Chainman Surveyor jobs?

States with the most job openings for Chainman Surveyor jobs include:

What job categories do people searching Chainman Surveyor jobs look for?

The top searched job categories for Chainman Surveyor jobs are:

Chainman Surveyor jobs near you
Infographic showing various Chainman Surveyor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $74,746 per year, or $35.9 per hour.

Land Surveying Party Chief

Spot On Surveying, Inc.

Buda, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Land Surveying Party Chief

At Spot On Surveying, Inc., we are a team, plain and simple. We all work well together, with the same goal, take caring of our clients. While taking care of our clients is a huge priority, so are our employees. Our goal is to make sure our employees know they are valued here at SOS. We also empower our team to celebrate each other as well by utilizing an Employee Recognition Platform. The feeling of accomplishing something and putting all your heart and soul into it, is incredibly uplifting. Now multiply that by others taking notice, it is a tremendous confidence and morale boost.

We provide Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Employer matched 401k, Vacation & Holiday Pay.

We do not work in the office or in the field on outdated equipment. We stay up to date on technology because it benefits everyone involved.

Interested in working with the SOS team? Please see the responsibilities below.

  • You must have the ability to work as a team member in a professional manner, in all aspects of surveying. Minimum two years’ experience as a survey party chief is required.

    · Monitor technical and quality control standards.

    · Establish and understand project control for a variety of projects.

    · Understand construction plans with the ability to complete construction projects from start to finish under deadline constraints.

    · Construction calculations, staking, prepare cut sheets, and staking plans.

    · Collect topographic information for 3D mapping.

    · Prepare comprehensible detailed notes and sketches as needed.

    · Collect data for tree surveys meeting different cities requirements.

    · Detail oriented and follows directions.

    · Well-rounded with GPS and Robotic Total Station instruments for data collection.

    · Maintain equipment, office station and vehicles.

    · Proficient with Office programs and time tracking platforms.

    · Maintain good client relations and jobsite safety under OSHA standards.

    · Communicate daily with other team members regarding projects and all work in progress.

    · Train and help bring up chainman, rodman, and instrument operators.

    Requirements

    · Ability to multi-task.

    · Good math skills.

    · Must have a valid driver’s license.

    · Ability to work outside in all elements a must, this is Texas!

Company Description

At Spot On Surveying, Inc., we are a team, plain and simple. We all work well together, with the same goal, take caring of our clients. While taking care of our clients is a huge priority, so are our employees. Our goal is to make sure our employees know they are valued here at SOS. We also empower our team to celebrate each other as well by utilizing an Employee Recognition Platform. The feeling of accomplishing something and putting all your heart and soul into it, is incredibly uplifting. Now multiply that by others taking notice, it is a tremendous confidence and morale boost.

Our core values are simple.

#Teamwork #Respect #Leadership #Fun #Honesty #Trust #Quality

#Humble #Self-Improvement #Accountability #Communication #Commitment

We provide Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Employer matched 401k, Vacation & Holiday Pay.

We do not work in the office or in the field on outdated equipment. We stay up to date on technology because it benefits everyone involved.