Survey Technician | Gainesville, VA
About The Position
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking an entry-level (0 to 2 years of related experience) Survey Technician to join our team in Gainesville, Virginia. This role involves working in a team environment to assist in various types of surveys, including wetland locations, tree surveys, topographic and bathymetric surveys, natural and cultural resource surveys, and construction surveys. The technician will capture land information precisely to ensure development schedules are maintained and projects stay within budget, assist in summarizing and reporting on observations and data, operate state-of-the-art survey equipment, and read and follow maps. The position requires navigating various terrains, communicating with property owners and agencies, and safely operating and maintaining vehicles, including ATVs and boats.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Ability to perform arithmetic operations, geometry and trigonometry computations
- Willingness to regularly travel regionally to support projects outside the Washington D.C. metropolitan area
- Ability to work safely and independently in the outdoors under a wide range of conditions and weather types
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and with a team
Nice To Haves
- knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Land Desktop, and GIS a plus
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in surveying, environmental sciences, forestry, wildlife management, arboriculture, or a related discipline is a plus
- ISA Certified Arborist
Responsibilities
- Working in a team environment
- Assisting in the performance of wetland locations, tree surveys, topographic and bathymetric surveys, natural and cultural resource surveys, construction surveys, etc.
- Capture land information precisely to ensure that development schedules are maintained and projects stay within budget
- Assist in summarizing and reporting on observations and data collected in the field
- Operate state-of-the-art survey equipment
- Read and follow maps; navigate (in vehicle and on foot) through a variety of terrains
- Positively and effectively communicate with property owners and agencies to arrange for necessary access and work
- Properly and safely drive, operate and maintain vehicle in a variety of terrains and surfaces (including ATVs and boats)
Benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement
- All job specific equipment and safety gear provided
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match
- Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options
- Group Health Plan
- Employee Referral Bonus Program: Send-A-Friend
- Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas
- Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers
- The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees
- Charitable matching gift program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
