Field Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in field or land surveying and/or construction.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work accurately.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently, stay motivated, multitask, and prioritize multiple assignments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of relevant surveying training; active surveying credentials are a plus.
• Experience in field-based roles involving physically demanding tasks.
• Demonstrated expertise with modern surveying methods, best practices, and technologies.
• Proficiency with relevant technologies and tools, such as Total Stations, HDLS, and GIS.
• Experience with Leica Geosystems hardware and software, Robotic Total Stations, GPS, and/or Faro High-Definition Laser Scanning equipment.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications, especially MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field survey crew in geodetic surveys for boundary, topographic, construction, and engineering land surveying projects.
• Maintain proficiency in operating total stations, data collectors, GPS systems, and robotic instruments.
• Gather field survey data using conventional, robotic, GPS, and aerial methods, including drones.
• Adjust and operate surveying instruments such as prisms, total stations, GPS/electronic distance-measuring equipment, and auto-levels.
• Prepare field notes and drawings to support complex survey calculations.
• Instruct and train survey crew members in surveying and mapping methods, equipment use, and field safety procedures.
• Perform computations and quality assurance/quality control checks.
• Safely operate an ATV, UTV, or similar vehicle, depending on project and available resources.
• Deliver excellent customer service through high-quality work products and support services.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.