Survey Technician

Burgess & Niple • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Join our survey team and put your technical skills to work across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects. As a Survey Technician, you'll work under the direction of a licensed Professional Surveyor gaining hands-on experience with modern equipment and technology while contributing to meaningful deliverables from field to finish.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Survey Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited program (or a program otherwise approved by the Kentucky Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors)
• Land Surveyor In Training (LSIT) registration or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, willingness to pursue future PLS licensure desired
• Experience with operating CAD and survey software a plus; MS Office Suite
• Willingness to travel as necessary
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Adaptable and self-motivated with a proactive mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving

Responsibilities

• Perform field and/or office survey work under the direction of a Professional Surveyor, including boundary, easement, right-of-way, route and topographic surveys
• Conduct deed research across various jurisdictions and assist in the preparation of legal descriptions and right-of-way plans
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot GPS and digital survey equipment and software
• Work with drones and LiDAR technologies with potential for future drone pilot certification
• Prepare field notes and sketches and read and interpret road, bridge, and utility plans, deeds, and survey plats
• Utilize CAD programs to process field survey data and develop existing manuscript files
• Submit utility locate requests and coordinate with utility owners
• Communicate regularly with designers and state and local agencies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level