Survey Field Technician

LIVIC Civil•Danville, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

LIVIC Civil is seeking a Survey Field Technician to support civil engineering and land surveying projects throughout Pennsylvania. The role involves conducting field surveys, collecting precise data, and working with survey crews and engineers to support infrastructure planning and design. The successful candidate will have experience with survey equipment, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions. The position is based in Montoursville, Pennsylvania, and may require travel between offices. It offers potential career growth into project management, development coordination, or survey-specific roles. LIVIC describes a flexible schedule, supportive work environment, high-quality headphones, and a personalized workspace.

Requirements

High school diploma.
0–4 years of experience.
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans, legal descriptions, and survey documents.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and walk long distances on uneven terrain.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to accommodate necessary travel between offices on occasion.
Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities.
Ability to work both in a team environment and independently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and interact effectively with others.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities and understand and follow direction.
Ability to overcome internal and external procedural challenges by offering solutions.
Strong PC skills, including Word, Excel, MS Outlook, and virtual conferencing.
High standards of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D.
Experience with total stations, GPS surveying equipment, and data collectors.
Experience working on transportation, utility, or construction-related survey projects.
Knowledge of PennDOT survey standards or procedures.
FAA Part 107 Drone Certification.
Experience with GIS mapping applications.
Ability to travel to other offices as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist with topographic, boundary, and construction staking surveys.
Work as a member of a field survey team and take direction from a survey party chief.
Operate and maintain surveying equipment.
Collect and record accurate field data in compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
Follow PennDOT, local municipal, and other regulatory surveying standards.
Stake out construction sites.
Interact with clients and contractors.
Maintain a high level of safety awareness.
Perform other duties as assigned.