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Instrument Operator

  • Instrument Operator job type Posted on: Nov 03, 2026
  • Instrument Operator experience level C.T. Male Associates
  • Instrument Operator employment type Latham, New York
  • Instrument Operator salary Salary: $20 per hour
  • Instrument Operator employment type Onsite
  • Instrument Operator salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Instrument Operator

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Latham New York United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description


Location: Latham, NY, US 12110 (Primary) Syracuse, NY, US 13220
Job Type: Full Time
Job Classification: Hourly
Exemption Type: Non-Exempt
Education: High School Diploma / GED
Travel: Up to 100%

Description

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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.

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What You’ll Do:

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    Perform boundary, topographic, and construction surveys under direct supervision of a Crew Chief, contributing to a variety of projects.

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    Operate and maintain a variety of surveying instruments, such as Data Collectors, Total Stations, GPS, 3D Laser Scanners, drones, and other equipment.

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    Perform mathematical calculations to establish and locate reference points, property corners, and line staking construction projects.

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    Interpret maps, plats, plans, and specifications.

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

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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.

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Requirements

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What We’re Looking For:

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    High school diploma or equivalent required.

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    Previous experience in Survey or a related field is preferred.

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    Valid driver’s license.

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    Ability to obtain training certifications as needed.

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    Must be willing to work out of town within approximately three (3) hours of the Albany area (paid travel and per-diem).

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    Ability to comfortably lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds of equipment and walk several feet.

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Benefits & Perks:

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    Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.

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    Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.).

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    Professional development support (training, conferences, certifications).

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

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EOE, including disability/veterans.

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Compensation details: 20-96 Hourly Wage

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Posted:

Nov 03, 2026

Reference Number:

22e252eb01d562ad

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

$20 per hour

City:

Latham

Job Origin:

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Job Description


Location: Latham, NY, US 12110 (Primary) Syracuse, NY, US 13220
Job Type: Full Time
Job Classification: Hourly
Exemption Type: Non-Exempt
Education: High School Diploma / GED
Travel: Up to 100%

Description

\n

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.

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What You’ll Do:

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    \n
  • \n

    Perform boundary, topographic, and construction surveys under direct supervision of a Crew Chief, contributing to a variety of projects.

  • \n
  • \n

    Operate and maintain a variety of surveying instruments, such as Data Collectors, Total Stations, GPS, 3D Laser Scanners, drones, and other equipment.

  • \n
  • \n

    Perform mathematical calculations to establish and locate reference points, property corners, and line staking construction projects.

  • \n
  • \n

    Interpret maps, plats, plans, and specifications.

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

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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.

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Requirements

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What We’re Looking For:

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  • \n

    High school diploma or equivalent required.

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  • \n

    Previous experience in Survey or a related field is preferred.

  • \n
  • \n

    Valid driver’s license.

  • \n
  • \n

    Ability to obtain training certifications as needed.

  • \n
  • \n

    Must be willing to work out of town within approximately three (3) hours of the Albany area (paid travel and per-diem).

  • \n
  • \n

    Ability to comfortably lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds of equipment and walk several feet.

  • \n
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Benefits & Perks:

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  • \n

    Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.

  • \n
  • \n

    Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.).

  • \n
  • \n

    Professional development support (training, conferences, certifications).

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

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EOE, including disability/veterans.

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Compensation details: 20-96 Hourly Wage

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