Survey Technician

IMEG Consultants•Rock Island, IL

8d•$51,000 - $84,000

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Survey Technician in Rock Island, IL, to support our land surveying team by processing incoming information and producing final land surveying project deliverables. In this entry-level role, you’ll provide office production support across survey activities while assisting office and field staff under the leadership of a Senior Survey Coordinator. Principal Responsibilities Process data using IMEG CAD standards, including evaluation of accuracy, while ensuring compliance with applicable land survey project and professional standards under the direction of your supervisor and a licensed professional Monitor field crew’s production and provide quality assurance Research historical maps, land records, previous surveys, and land title reports Provide survey computations, staking/control exhibits, and survey crew instructions for construction staking and field survey projects Prepare cadastral, existing conditions and platting from field and office data using AutoCAD Civil software Carry out initial QC of field deliverables according to standards and best practices Coordinate with supervisor to ensure client-specific demands are being met Act as a field technician as requested to complete survey field work Maintain professional and productive working relationships with all clients and coworker Observe safety and security procedures

Requirements

Associate degree, or certificate, in Land Surveying or Engineering preferred
Prior experience in the land surveying, consulting or construction industry is preferred
Work to gain knowledge of survey operations, principles, and practices
Knowledge of engineering plans and construction documents
Knowledgeable of office workflow processes and problem-solving techniques
Strong computer and technical skills; AutoCAD or similar applications are a plus
Proficiency in technical math, geometry, and trigonometry is recommended
Possess basic oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with clients, coworkers and professionally represent IMEG
Valid driver’s license with ability to be insured by IMEG carrier; must consent to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check
Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Process data using IMEG CAD standards, including evaluation of accuracy, while ensuring compliance with applicable land survey project and professional standards under the direction of your supervisor and a licensed professional
Monitor field crew’s production and provide quality assurance
Research historical maps, land records, previous surveys, and land title reports
Provide survey computations, staking/control exhibits, and survey crew instructions for construction staking and field survey projects
Prepare cadastral, existing conditions and platting from field and office data using AutoCAD Civil software
Carry out initial QC of field deliverables according to standards and best practices
Coordinate with supervisor to ensure client-specific demands are being met
Act as a field technician as requested to complete survey field work
Maintain professional and productive working relationships with all clients and coworker
Observe safety and security procedures

Benefits

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact.
As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office.
You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve.
Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.
You’ll join IMEG’s land surveying group of 100+ professionals supporting a wide range of survey services for public and private clients.
IMEG , an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement.
Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

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