Apprenticeship Program - Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)

SAM, LLC•Knoxville, TN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner for over thirty years. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. At SAM, we believe People are our best asset and we have built an Apprenticeship Program just for you! Over the course of the program, you will work with our surveying team to learn how to use innovative technology to solve our clients’ greatest problems. Upon completion, apprentices receive a nationally-recognized credential, certified by the U.S. Department of Labor. A land surveyor is a highly trained professional who makes precise measurements to determine property boundaries. They provide data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earth’s surface for engineering, mapmaking and construction projects. As a surveyor, your services are in demand like no other profession. If you are looking to travel the world, work outdoors, and earn money while doing it, then this may be the profession for you! Overview of the Apprenticeship Program: You will collect angles and elevations used for construction, map making, or other purposes, using advanced technology and surveying equipment. While in the field, you will learn how to take notes, sketch drawings and read plans. You will also gain exposure to additional surveying tasks such as records research and quality control. We have a safety first culture and you will be required to complete safety and corporate compliance trainings throughout the program. Two Year Program Paid Training - Make money while you learn! 40 hours per week On-The-Job Training Journeyman Surveyor Certification

Requirements

Must be a recent high school graduate
Desire to learn more about the land surveying and geospatial industry
Willingness to travel and work outside
Strong interest in working with technology
Strong math and computer skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Collect angles and elevations used for construction, map making, or other purposes, using advanced technology and surveying equipment.
Take notes, sketch drawings and read plans.
Gain exposure to additional surveying tasks such as records research and quality control.
Complete safety and corporate compliance trainings throughout the program.

Benefits

BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date
Free Vision + Dental plans for employees
Company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance
HSA + FSA plans
SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K
Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence
Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
Tuition reimbursement
Optional cellphone stipend
Flexible hybrid work schedules for office positions
Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays
Parental leave to support families
Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications
Project Manager Business Academy
CAD Training Program
Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins
SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development
Milestone Anniversary Recognition
SAMbassador mentorship program
Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases
Company-sponsored events
Free office snacks