Survey Technician

Lochmueller Group•Indianapolis IN, IN

About The Position

Lochmueller Group is seeking a Survey Technician to support our surveying teams in the Central Indiana area in the collection, documentation, and preparation of field data for a variety of engineering and land development projects. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands‑on fieldwork, problem‑solving, and working outdoors in a team environment. Lochmueller Group is a regional engineering consulting firm with an emphasis on infrastructure. We provide multi-disciplined services for a variety of public agencies and private entities, including transportation design; water resources design; environmental analysis & permitting; construction engineering & inspection; traffic engineering & transportation planning; surveying; and land acquisition & appraisal. Our Roadway/Highway Design team is involved in a wide variety of street, roadway, highway and multi-modal transportation design projects for local public agencies and state DOT’s. For over 40 years, Lochmueller Group has helped communities reinvent their future through thoughtful, actionable planning and design. Our dedication to building a team that demonstrates our corporate values (CARDIA) is what sets us apart: CARDIA: Creativity; Accountability; Respect; Dedication; Integrity; Achievement Lochmueller Group provides an excellent workplace culture established by our people who share these values. We are a 100% employee-owned company, and our people are invested in the success and continued development of each other and the firm. This is a great place to build a career and grow with a company that is dedicated to quality and service as we make a difference in our communities. In this position the candidate will: Operates and manages surveying instruments, including prisms, theodolites, and electronic distance‑measuring equipment. Sets up, adjusts, and maintains survey equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Maintains vehicles used by survey crews. Performs land and site surveys, collects measurements, and records data on natural and human‑made structures. Compares survey computations with applicable standards to determine adequacy and accuracy of data. Establishes and maintains grids, horizontal/vertical controls, and benchmarks in accordance with project standards. Conducts research and prepares survey documentation, including topographic maps, parcel plats, drawings, and survey notes. Assists with right‑of‑way documentation, including property research and AutoCAD drafting. Performs physical labor in diverse environments while meeting all safety and OSHA requirements. (Activities include staking, carrying equipment, clearing brush, and walking long distances.) Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Land Surveying is preferred; a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience will be considered.
0–3 years of related experience.
Basic knowledge of surveying methods, practices, and standards.
Familiarity with the PLSS Rectangular Land System.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
Ability to perform fieldwork in various conditions, lift and carry equipment (up to 75 pounds), and navigate outdoor terrain.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

Operates and manages surveying instruments, including prisms, theodolites, and electronic distance‑measuring equipment.
Sets up, adjusts, and maintains survey equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Maintains vehicles used by survey crews.
Performs land and site surveys, collects measurements, and records data on natural and human‑made structures.
Compares survey computations with applicable standards to determine adequacy and accuracy of data.
Establishes and maintains grids, horizontal/vertical controls, and benchmarks in accordance with project standards.
Conducts research and prepares survey documentation, including topographic maps, parcel plats, drawings, and survey notes.
Assists with right‑of‑way documentation, including property research and AutoCAD drafting.
Performs physical labor in diverse environments while meeting all safety and OSHA requirements. (Activities include staking, carrying equipment, clearing brush, and walking long distances.)
Performs other duties as required.