Survey Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Survey Technician / Crew Member to join our growing field operations team. This role requires a foundational knowledge of land surveying principles. You will act as the Crew Chief’s right hand, independently operating high-tech measurement equipment, executing field procedures, and troubleshooting data anomalies on-site. Your technical expertise will ensure accuracy and efficiency across boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, and construction layout surveys.

Core Responsibilities

Instrument Operation:

Set up, calibrate, and independently operate advanced surveying equipment, including Robotic Total Stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, data collectors, and 3D laser scanners.

Layout & Staking:

Read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and digital design files to accurately establish field layout stakes, offsets, and cut/fill markings.

Field Computations:

Perform on-the-spot coordinate geometry calculations and check measurements using data collectors to verify precision before leaving the job site.

Data Management:

Upload and download field data files, manage digital line work, and maintain comprehensive, professional field notes and sketches.

Crew Support & Mentorship:

Guide entry-level rodpersons on proper procedures, site safety, and equipment care; step in as acting Crew Chief when necessary.

Site Recovery:

Search for and successfully recover historical survey monuments, property corners, and section markers using metal detectors, shovels, and reference maps.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Experience:

Minimum of 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience as a land survey crew member or survey technician.

Technical Skills:

Proven proficiency with major surveying hardware and data collection software (e.g., Trimble Access, Leica Captivate, Topcon, or Carlson).

Plan Reading:

Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering plans, subdivision plats, legal descriptions, and construction blueprints.

Physical Stamina:

Ability to hike, stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs over rugged, steep, or densely wooded terrain for full shifts.

Licensing:

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record to safely operate company utility vehicles and field trucks.

Adaptability:

Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions and commute to varying job sites.