Skip to main content
Posted 20 July, 2026

Instrument Operator Journey Level- $35.50

Bechtel Construction Services
Houston, TX, US Full Time

Job Description

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

\n

Since 1898, Bechtel has helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents – creating jobs, growing economies, expanding access to energy and vital infrastructure, and making the world a safer, cleaner place. Our Craft Professionals are critical to this mission. At Bechtel, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and ethics, with safety and wellbeing at the forefront of everything we do.

\n

Bechtel Construction Services is gearing up for a major upcoming project located in the Greater Houston area. This prospective project offers the chance to work on an exciting build with a company that invests in career development, prioritizes safety, and offers work for the long-term. Opportunities are coming – apply now!

\n

Job Summary:

\n

Project Location: Houston, TX

\n

Pay Range: $35.50

\n

Per Diem: $80 per days worked.

\n

Why work at Bechtel: Experience and Skills Incentives, PTO, (2) Paid Holidays, Career Development opportunities (apprenticeships, upskilling, etc.), Leadership Development, and more!

\n

\n

Responsibilities:

\n
    \n
  • Works outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • \n
  • Work at elevation on structures. Collect survey data and perform layouts in accordance with Bechtel Surveying Procedures.
  • \n
  • Marks points of measurement with elevation, station number, or other identifying mark.
  • \n
  • Carries and sets stakes and clears brush from survey lines.
  • \n
  • Stake and grade for excavation.
  • \n
  • Operates survey instruments and obtains data pertaining to angles, elevations, points, and contours.
  • \n
  • Compiles notes, sketches, and records of data obtained, and work performed.
  • \n
  • Communicate with Field Engineers and Supervisors
  • \n
\n

Build your future:

\n

Looking to grow your career? Bechtel invests in career progression opportunities by providing long-term work and training and development programs.

\n

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law.