Lidar Technician I (Entry Level)
About The Position
Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI). By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment. At SAM, you’ll play a key role in transforming LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables that power tomorrow’s infrastructure. You'll support utilities projects across the country and gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools while learning from experts who are invested in your growth. This is a chance to build advanced technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and take your geospatial career to the next level.
Requirements
- Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team
- Strong work ethic and work history, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success
- Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite
- Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skill
Nice To Haves
- Electric Transmission experience preferred
- Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred
- Experience with any of the following is preferred: CAD
- GIS
- Spreadsheets
- Orthophotography
- LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)
- LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
- Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred)
Responsibilities
- Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products
- Classification of LiDAR point clouds
- Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds
- Compilation of mapping features from orthophotography
- Other duties as assigned
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 (with HSA + FSA plans)
- SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
- Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K
- Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match
- tuition reimbursement
- optional cellphone stipend
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
