Top 7 Data collector Jobs in Columbia, Sc

Survey Assistant
Phillips, Inc. —Columbia, SC
- Nights as needed
- Construction site
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
SUE Field Supervisor
AECOM —Columbia, SC
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Survey Assistant
Phillips and Jordan, Inc. —Columbia, SC
- Nights as needed
- Construction site
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
Survey Instrument Man
CPH —Columbia, SC
- $21 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Survey Crew Chief
CPH —Columbia, SC
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Outlook
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Survey Party Chief
Michael Baker International —Columbia, SC
- $28 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance

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Survey Assistant

Phillips, Inc.
Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Qualifications

Construction specifications
Outdoor work experience
Surveying equipment maintenance
Basic math
Machine troubleshooting
Equipment troubleshooting
High school diploma or GED
Construction plans
As-built drawings
Records management
Construction drawing review
Construction layout surveys
Data verification
Construction staking
Field data collection

Full Job Description

Summary:
The Surveyor Assistant supports survey operations on heavy civil construction sites. This position assists survey staff with survey control, construction layout, GPS machine control support, data collection, quality verification, and as-built documentation. The ideal candidate has construction or surveying field experience with knowledge of GPS/rover-based systems and conventional survey equipment preferred. The candidate must be able to work effectively with survey personnel, project management, engineering, and field operations teams.

Essential Knowledge and Skill Requirement:

Assist survey staff with field layout, staking, grade checking, production surveys, and as-built surveys.
Support the setup, use, and maintenance of survey equipment, GPS rovers, data collectors, and related field tools.
Assist with GPS machine control support, including field checks, layout verification, and basic troubleshooting under the direction of survey staff.
Help verify field conditions, elevations, grades, locations, and construction progress as needed.
Collect and record accurate field measurements, notes, and survey information.
Assist with maintaining survey logs, field records, control files, reports, and as-built documentation.
Review civil plans, specifications, drawings, and construction documents to support field layout and survey work.
Communicate survey information clearly with survey staff, project managers, superintendents, foremen, and field crews.
Assist with organizing survey equipment, stakes, tools, supplies, and jobsite materials.
Work safely around active construction equipment, uneven terrain, traffic, and changing jobsite conditions.
Support survey staff and field personnel as needed with GPS, layout, and basic survey-related tasks.

Basic Functional Job Requirements:

Ability to perform a variety of duties, adapting to changes with accuracy.
Frequently lift/carry objects up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Proficient in reading and interpreting basic blueprints, instructions, and manuals.
Strong communication skills and ability to follow field direction.
Basic mathematical skills and attention to detail.
Experience with GPS/rover-based systems, Trimble equipment, data collectors, or conventional survey equipment preferred.
Experience with CAD/modeling platforms such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Carlson, Trimble Business Center, or similar software is a plus.

Physical Work Environment:

Work may involve dusty or dirty conditions.
Exposure to hazardous materials, with appropriate personal protective equipment provided.
Occasional night shifts and exposure to extreme temperatures.

Physical Demands:

Demonstrated ability to meet the physical demands of the role as part of qualification requirements.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in surveying, geomatics, construction technology, or related field preferred.
Previous experience in surveying, construction layout, GPS, heavy civil construction, or related field work preferred.

Candidates that accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam is essential to ensure that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.

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