Apprenticeship Program - Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)
About The Position
SAM is hiring an apprentice for its Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping) Apprenticeship Program. Over the two-year program, apprentices work with the surveying team and learn to use surveying technology and equipment to support clients’ projects. Apprentices collect angles and elevations for construction, mapmaking, and other purposes; learn to take field notes, sketch drawings, and read plans; and gain exposure to records research and quality control. The program includes paid training and on-the-job training, and successful completion leads to a nationally recognized U.S. Department of Labor-certified credential and Journeyman Surveyor Certification. Safety and corporate compliance training are required throughout the program. The position involves outdoor work and travel.
Requirements
- 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 for construction, mapmaking, or other purposes using surveying equipment and technology.
- Learn to take field notes, sketch drawings, and read plans.
- Gain exposure to records research and quality control tasks.
- Complete safety and corporate compliance training throughout the program.
Benefits
- Paid training.
- Health insurance coverage beginning the month after hire.
- Dental plans and free vision coverage.
- Company-paid long-term disability and life insurance premiums.
- HSA and FSA plans.
- SAM Cares holistic well-being program.
- Employee referral rewards of $1,000, $2,500, or $5,000.
- Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Optional cellphone stipend.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Parental leave.
- Customized career development plans for licensing and certifications.
- Project Manager Business Academy.
- CAD Training Program.
- Individual Development Plans and career check-ins.
- SAM WINS women-focused leadership and development initiative.
- Milestone anniversary recognition.
- SAMbassador mentorship program.
- Perks at Work discounts on wellness, travel, leisure, and everyday purchases.
- Company-sponsored events and free office snacks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
