Field Technician – Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr•Minneapolis, MN

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a field technician with a reality capture and survey focus to join our Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. In this hybrid role, you will use traditional survey equipment alongside reality capture technologies, including 3D scanning and drones. The ideal candidate for this position is a clear and confident communicator who thrives in collaborative and independent work environments. They are adaptable, organized, proactive, eager to learn, and comfortable asking thoughtful questions. They bring a high level of attention to detail and take ownership of assigned tasks in dynamic field and office conditions. They demonstrate reliability, safety awareness, and a growth mindset as they build their technical skills and professional judgment.

Requirements

Two-year technical certificate or five years of experience directly related to the job responsibilities
Strong computer skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with Autodesk applications such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, and related applications
Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future

Nice To Haves

8+ years of relevant experience
Experience working in the field or on a construction site
Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)
Familiarity with reality capture technologies (3D scanning, point clouds, LiDAR, photogrammetry, VR/AR, 360 photo capture)
Familiarity with Leica Geosystems hardware and point cloud processing workflows (Cyclone, Register3D, JetStream, CloudWorx, TruView, 3DR)
Experience with point cloud registration/processing and alignment with design software
Familiarity with drone capture workflows (Pix4D and other LiDAR/Photogrammetry applications)

Responsibilities

Traditional surveying
3D scanning
Drone surveying
Bathymetric surveying
Sampling equipment preparation and monitoring
Field mission planning
Processing, reviewing, and interpreting field data
Assisting with report preparation
Point cloud registration and processing
Preparing base maps and data sets using AutoCAD and other reality capture software

Benefits

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
Annual bonus distribution plan
Annual time and expense allowances for professional development
Mentorship program
Internal training opportunities
Paid time off
Holidays
Overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff
Compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff
Paid family leave
Ergonomic analysis and equipment
Personal Protective Equipment allowance
Wellbeing-focused educational opportunities