Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT)

Kimley-Horn • Portland, OR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Portland, Oregon office is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) with 2+ years of experience to join its Survey team. This is an in-person role. The position involves producing survey maps and exhibits, researching boundary and easement documents, analyzing boundaries, and preparing legal descriptions and related exhibits. Additional responsibilities and/or duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree and/or 32 hours of survey-related courses.
• Certified LSIT, with eligibility to obtain PLS within 5 years.
• Working knowledge of Civil 3D.
• Prior relevant experience.
• Strong communication and technical skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• At least 2 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Related bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to produce detailed subdivision maps, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and other survey-related maps or exhibits.
• Research boundary and easement title documents and perform boundary analysis.
• Use field crew data files (points), field sketches, photos, and reference maps to create surveys.
• Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for right of way, easements, acquisition parcels, and related needs.
• Perform additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), and an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k).
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree