Senior Survey Technician

NV5 • Palm Desert, CA

1d • $35 - $45

About The Position

NV5 is a leading provider of tech-enabled engineering, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions for the built environment. We specialize in engineering design, asset management, and geospatial data analytics to support infrastructure resilience and building systems performance throughout the entire asset lifecycle.
The Senior Survey Technician plays a vital role in supporting surveying and mapping activities by offering technical expertise in an office setting. This position involves data processing, quality control, and managing survey data collected in the field. The Senior Survey Office Technician collaborates closely with surveyors and other team members to ensure the accuracy and completeness of survey information.
This job description is a general guideline and can be tailored to specific organizational needs. Senior Survey Office Technicians are vital to the surveying process, ensuring that survey data is processed accurately and efficiently to support various construction, land development, and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (a bachelor's degree in surveying or a related field is preferred).
• Several years of experience in survey data collection, processing, and office operations.
• Proficiency in CAD and GIS software, such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, TopoDOT, or similar applications.
• Knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with data management and record-keeping best practices.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer.
• Occasional lifting and carrying survey equipment.
• Work primarily in an office environment.
• Occasional fieldwork may be required, including outdoor surveying tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Trimble survey equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Data Processing: Process raw survey data collected in the field, including GPS, total station, and laser scanning data, to create accurate survey maps and drawings.
• Quality Control: Review and verify survey data to ensure accuracy and compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• CAD, LiDAR and GIS Software: Use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Geographic Information System (GIS) software to produce maps, drawings, and reports based on survey data.
• Documentation: Keep detailed records of survey data, reports, and project documents for future reference and project archives.
• Project Support: Work with surveyors and field crews to provide technical support and guidance on survey-related issues.
• Equipment Maintenance: Help maintain and calibrate survey equipment, including total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Data Management: Organize and oversee survey data files, ensuring data security and ease of access.
• Communication: Regularly update project managers, surveyors, and team members on progress and address any data-related concerns.
• Contribute to both field and office data collection and processing tasks.

Benefits

• NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees