Field Technician l

NV5•San Diego, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives. We are seeking a motivated Field Utility Services – Field Technician to support utility infrastructure documentation and field data collection services using various field data capture tools and related reality capture platforms. This position is responsible for capturing high-quality geospatial imagery, utility asset data, and field observations to support engineering, construction, utility mapping, and asset management projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working outdoors, around vehicular traffic, and interested in technology-driven field operations. This is an entry-level to early-career position with opportunities for advancement in engineering, design, surveying, and project management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
0–2 years of field operations, utility services, construction, surveying, telecommunications, or related experience.
Ability to operate mobile technology, tablets, smartphones, and cloud-based applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a field team.
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Geomatics, Construction Management, GIS, or related field preferred.
Experience with utility locating, surveying, or infrastructure documentation.
Familiarity with GPS/GNSS data collection equipment.
Experience working in utility, telecommunications, construction, or engineering environments.
Knowledge of underground utility infrastructure and utility safety practices.

Responsibilities

Operate scanning and reality capture equipment to collect utility asset and infrastructure data.
Capture georeferenced imagery and field documentation for utility, telecommunications, transportation, and civil infrastructure projects.
Perform field data collection activities along utility corridors, rights-of-way, roadways, and construction sites.
Verify asset locations and document field conditions using mobile applications and GIS-enabled platforms.
Upload, organize, and maintain project data in accordance with company quality standards.
Assist senior field staff with utility investigations, site assessments, and infrastructure documentation.
Record measurements, field notes, photographs, and observations during project activities.
Support utility mapping and asset inventory projects through accurate data capture and reporting.
Interpreted utility mapping records and as-builts
Perform routine equipment inspections, maintenance, and operational checks.
Adhere to company safety policies, local regulations, and project-specific requirements.
Maintain communication with project managers and field supervisors regarding project progress and field conditions.
Adhere and work around traffic control setup and site safety procedures when required.