--- title: Chainperson I at AHBL in Tacoma, WA description: AHBL is hiring for the Chainperson I role in Tacoma, WA. Pays $23–$25 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/chainperson-i-at-ahbl-01a17aa2-7389-765a-aec0-a22e5b232eef date: 2026-10-27T00:48:41Z og_description: Join AHBL as Chainperson I in Tacoma, WA. Pays $23–$25 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/rlc4t9.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | AHBL | | **Location** | Tacoma, WA | | **Salary** | $23/hr - $25/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 26, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** AHBL sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 2 H-1B petitions (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for AHBL. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $79,000 – $136,000 a year (median $100,000). ## Description Step into a role where your talent drives real-world impact. At AHBL, we’re looking for professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and see every project as an adventure. If you enjoy working closely with clients and cross-functional teams to bring projects from concept to construction, we want to meet you! At AHBL, we don’t just shape cities—we help to build vibrant communities where the work is rewarding. Our teams enjoy coming to work and flourish through innovation and creativity. Since 1969, our multi-discipline firm has delivered innovative solutions in engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying. Our team is passionate about creative problem-solving, and we take pride in the meaningful, diverse projects we deliver. **What you will do**  We are currently looking for a Survey Chainperson to help us make a real impact in our Tacoma office. In this role, you will work as a member of a survey crew and will assist in performing boundary, topography, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction surveys. You will operate and maintain survey equipment, take field notes, collect data, perform calculations, and assist with construction staking projects. Work is conducted year-round and involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Projects will include subdivisions, educational facilities, and military facilities. **What we are looking for**  - High school diploma or equivalent. This is an entry level position, however, courses in mathematics and surveying required in order to perform the responsibilities referenced above. - The ability to think independently and thrive in a team atmosphere - Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions - Valid Washington State driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain clearance to work at local military installations **Desired Qualifications:** - Land surveying experience - Manual labor experience - Experience with survey instrumentation **COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS** Actual pay will be based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. - Chainperson I - $23.00 - $25.00 per hour. - Annual discretionary performance-based bonus. - 100% paid employee medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance and long-term disability protection. Subsidized dependent coverage. - Option of PPO health plan or HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution. - Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA). - Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits. PTO is accrued at 16.5 days (132 hours) annually for new hires. - 8 company-paid holidays each calendar year. - Discretionary company-matched 401(k) plan. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP). - Additional voluntary benefits include voluntary hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary accident insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance. **WHY AHBL?** - We offer a fun and friendly atmosphere with team outings and ensure that the work is always enjoyable. - We encourage out of the box thinking and innovative approaches to every project. - Our teams celebrate successes and support each other through challenges. - Our projects are primarily in the Pacific Northwest, so our work shapes the communities where we live and work. - We offer continuous learning and professional development to advance your career. AHBL is committed to the principles of equal opportunity by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We provide equal opportunity to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. AHBL will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that covered individuals, including protected veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities. AHBL will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please [contact us](\\"mailto:careers@ahbl.com\\"). ## Skills - Surveying - Mathematics ## Benefits - Professional Development - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Company Events - Tax-Advantaged Accounts - Voluntary Supplemental Insurance ## Related - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Engineering Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/engineering-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 135218 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 62490 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2151 jobs ## Related pages - [Engineering Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/engineering-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 135218 jobs - [Washington](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 62490 jobs - [Tacoma, WA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/washington/tacoma?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 2151 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)