About this role
Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients. Artheon is seeking a motivated and dependable Entry-Level Survey Rod Person to join our surveying team in New York City. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in land surveying and gain hands-on experience supporting transportation, infrastructure, construction, and civil engineering projects. Working under the direction of a Survey Party Chief or Crew Chief, the Rod Person will assist with field measurements, survey point locations, construction layout, and the collection of accurate field data. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, comfortable working outdoors, and interested in developing technical skills in surveying and geomatics. Prior surveying experience is preferred but not required. Training and on-the-job development will be provided to help the successful candidate grow within the profession. Assist the Survey Party Chief and survey crew with daily field surveying activities. Carry and position survey rods, prisms, targets, tripods, and other field equipment. Hold survey rods and prisms at designated locations to support accurate measurements. Assist with establishing horizontal and vertical control points. Support construction staking and layout for roads, utilities, structures, and other infrastructure improvements. Assist with topographic, boundary, utility, roadway, and construction surveys. Help identify and locate existing site features, utilities, structures, and other physical improvements. Follow instructions to maintain proper equipment positioning and line of sight during field measurements. Assist with setting up, transporting, and maintaining surveying instruments and equipment. Record field information and assist with maintaining accurate survey notes and measurements. Communicate field conditions and potential obstacles to the Party Chief. Follow project specifications, survey procedures, and established quality-control practices. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Comply with company safety policies and project-specific requirements, particularly when working near active roadways, construction equipment, and public infrastructure. Perform other field surveying duties as assigned.