Land Surveyor in Training
Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc•Baxter, MN
•$60,000 - $70,000
About The Position
Widseth is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) to support land surveying projects involving utility corridors, renewable energy, urban development, and transportation. The role leads field survey operations and supports accuracy, safety, and timely project delivery while contributing to the development and training of the survey team. The position involves fieldwork, including potential travel to remote or rugged terrain and client sites.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or associate degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.
- Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT) certification.
- Familiarity with surveying equipment, including GPS, total stations, and levels, and with CAD software.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Willingness to work in the field, sometimes in remote or rugged terrain.
- Positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and ability to accept feedback.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client sites as needed.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
- Offers are contingent on a background check meeting company standards.
Nice To Haves
- Internship or co-op experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead field survey team operations, including planning, equipment setup, and data collection.
- Supervise and train junior technicians on field procedures, safety, and best practices.
- Perform quality control checks on field data and documentation.
- Provide technical mentorship and help develop team training resources.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and CAD technicians to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.
- Interpret legal descriptions, survey plats, and construction documents.
- Maintain standards for field safety, equipment care, and data integrity.
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate surveying instruments, including GPS, GNSS, total stations, and data collectors.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000 based on experience.
- Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonuses.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- HSA and flexible benefits.
- Life and disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Support for professional development and continuing education.
- Growth opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
