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What is the difference between Instrument Development vs Instrument Technician?

AspectInstrument DevelopmentInstrument Technician
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in engineering, physics, or related fieldsAssociate's degree or technical certification in instrumentation or electronics
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, R&D departments, engineering firmsManufacturing plants, maintenance facilities, field service
Job FocusDesigning, developing, and testing new instrumentsInstalling, maintaining, and repairing instruments

Instrument Development involves creating and designing new instruments, requiring engineering skills and a focus on innovation. In contrast, Instrument Technicians focus on maintaining and repairing existing instruments, often working in field or maintenance settings. Both roles are essential in the instrumentation industry but differ in their responsibilities, skills, and work environments.

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Survey Instrument Operator

Survey Instrument Operator

Timmons Group

Staunton, VA

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Collects data for boundaries, location, topographical, and design surveys.

  • Operates robotic total station, level, GPS receivers, and data collectors in performance of field surveys.

  • Conducts daily maintenance and upkeep of survey instruments and equipment.

Timmons Group rating

9.5

Company rating: 9.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 357 rated engineering

Job description

Job Description

Timmons Group is currently seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to join our Survey Group located in our Staunton, VA office location. The Instrument Operator assists Land Surveyors and Party Chiefs in application of principles, methods, and techniques of civil engineering and land surveying by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

  • Collects data for boundaries, location, topographical, and design surveys
  • Operates robotic total station, level, GPS Receivers and data collectors in performance of field surveys
  • Sets points on construction stakeout projects (curb and gutter, drop inlets, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline, bridges, etc.)
  • Conducts daily maintenance and up-keep of instruments
  • Makes sketches and records measurements to indicate exact location of horizontal and vertical control points
  • Assists in the maintenance of survey equipment, supplies, and vehicle
  • Travel may be required at times
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Skills/Requirements of a successful candidate include but are not limited to:

  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to read survey and engineering drawings
  • Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as trigonometry and geometry
  • Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to apply professional knowledge to the solution of both routine and non-routine tasks and surveying activities
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of team with excellent time management skills to ensure deadlines are met
  • Have a current state driver’s license and able to drive a vehicle
  • Physical demands include: ▪ Must be able to carry up to 50 lb. of equipment over all types of terrain.

▪ All-weather year-round outdoor work environment, with seasonal extreme heat index and wind-chill factors

▪Other physical attributes of the job, such as hiking, climbing, vegetation management (chopping, cutting, hammering, sawing, etc.)

Additional Information

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With 21 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com. 

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