Survey Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

SGM is seeking a Survey Field Technician with a minimum of 2 years' experience to join our Survey Teams in our Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Durango, Meeker, or Gunnison, CO office.  This position is primarily in-person and based at one of our office locations.  Regular in-office attendance is required and is not considered a remote role. The Survey Team specializes in a variety of Surveys such as: ALTA's, LSP's, Topographic Surveys, Subdivision Plats, Improvement Survey Plats, Property and Easement Descriptions, and Exhibits, for both public and private sector clients. Our ideal candidate will have a strong desire to live, work, and play in Western Colorado and want to be part of a high-performing team that will help forward SGM’s mission to make its clients successful by delivering innovative, practical solutions.  

SGM offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision coverage, employer-paid STD/LTD/Life, HSA/FSA plans, 401k employer match, parental leave, vacation & sick leave, 8 paid holidays, and incentive compensation bonuses. Benefits may be prorated for part-time employees. This position will be posted until filled but no sooner than three days from now.  

Pay is based on experience:

Survey Technician I or II (2-5 yrs): $28.40 - $39.75/hr.

Survey Technician III (4-10 yrs): $39.75 - $45.40/hr.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least 2 years of Survey experience.
• Valid Driver's License w/ ability to pass Motor Vehicle Record check
• Physically capable of performing typical land surveying tasks including the ability to carry 50+ lbs. of survey gear through mountainous terrain
• Ability to work independently or as part of a crew
• Motivated problem solver
• Proven ability to work as part of a team to successfully deliver projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; good communication skills
• Ability to work long hours when needed with occasional out of town travel
• Working knowledge of Microsoft

• Trimble software and hardware experience
• Basic understanding of coordinate systems

As an equal opportunity employer, SGM realizes that a diverse group of employees will bring a broader range of ideas and a stronger vision to the world of engineering, consulting, and surveying. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law. CDOT Non-Discrimination in Employment Notice