Survey Technician

Kleinfelder Australia•West Des Moines, IA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Veenstra & Kimm (V&K), now part of Kleinfelder, is seeking a Full-Time Surveyor for its West Des Moines, Iowa office. V&K is a consulting firm focused on the municipal and utility sectors in Iowa, serving a variety of projects for communities across the state. This role offers the opportunity for professional growth and the chance to be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering impactful solutions. The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of experience and the potential to grow into a professional role.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a survey crew assistant performing surveys in topography, control, and construction staking.
Basic knowledge of survey techniques, instrumentation, data analysis, and geographical mapping.
Proficiency in survey-related software Autodesk Civil 3d and/or Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
Has basic understanding of the Iowa RTN GNSS State and Regional coordinate systems.
Ability to read blueprints, strip maps, and construction plans.
Must maintain a valid driver's license to operate company-owned vehicles in accordance with job duties.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Willing to work overtime when needed.
Ability to assist other offices' projects with minimal travel outside of the Des Moines metro.

Nice To Haves

Has acquired a technical degree in surveying and/or CAD, such as an Associate of Applied Science, or a related field is preferred.
Have a basic understanding of legal documents and records related to land surveys.
Desire to advance knowledge to become a certified survey technician or land surveyor in training LSIT.
Interest in acquiring an FAA remote pilot certificate.

Responsibilities

Responsible for in-the-field surveys for Topography, Boundary, Control, Construction Staking and As-Builts.
Review and verify survey data to ensure accuracy, precision, completeness, and compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
Perform data analysis, calculations, and adjustments related to a project's survey measurements and control networks.
Operate advanced Trimble survey equipment, GNSS Base/Rover, and robotic total stations.
May operate bathymetric echosounder equipment or UAS operations equipment with the required certificates.
Assist engineers, project managers, and other professionals to ensure survey data supports project design and construction requirements.
Conduct office-based tasks such as CAD drafting, data processing, and analysis of raw data.
Maintain detailed and organized records of survey work, including field notes, sketches, and digital files.
Participate in field reconnaissance, stakeout, establishment of control network, and monumentation.
Ensure all safety protocols and industry best practices are followed while performing fieldwork.