Survey Technician

Environmental Design Group • Mason, OH

59d • $27 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

Environmental Design Group is seeking a qualified Survey Technician who will work in the field to provide support to the crew chief and assist in the completion of the team’s daily tasks. Projects may include aerial mapping control, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, as-built surveys, boundary surveys, computer mapping, consolidation/subdivision plats, construction layout, easement and legal document preparation, geographic information systems, development surveys, land acquisition, property line surveys, residential site plans, right-of-way plan development, topographic surveys, and utility inventory mapping.

Requirements

• An associate’s degree in Surveying or a related field is required
• Must be proficient in MS Office, survey technology and equipment, and other industry-based software is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record required in accordance with company insurance standards.

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong relationship-building and communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.
• Professional, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently and collaboratively.
• Comfortable working directly with property owners, clients, and project teams.
• Committed to quality work, integrity, and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain survey instrumentation and data collection equipment; prepare and load assigned work vehicle for daily assignments
• Use basic math skills to calculate distances, road elevations, and other computations; take detailed notes on site to support the team; place ground stakes at specific locations designated by Crew Chief to mark construction coordinates. Depending on soil and terrain conditions, this task requires significant physical strength and flexibility.
• Prepare detailed drawings and maps using computer aided design (CAD) software to a high degree of accuracy
• Research documents at relevant county courthouse to verify current property owner, adjacent owners, and boundaries established in old surveys, and easements; read engineering, topographic, and boundary plats, and other related plans, to gain understanding of the site to be surveyed or to provide information to other crew members; upload or download data files as needed for office use
• Develop collaborative relationships with our clients and other industry professionals

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Wellness programs and educational reimbursement.
• Flexible in-office, hybrid, or remote work options (role dependent).
• Paid time off, holidays, 401(k), and bonus opportunities.
• Community engagement, volunteer initiatives, and career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree