Sr. Field Survey Tech

Role Description

Responsible for measuring and mapping the Earth's surface. Measure distances, directions, and angles between points on, above, and below the Earth's surface. In the field, they select known survey reference points and determine the precise location of important features in the survey area using specialized equipment. Surveyors also research legal records, look for evidence of previous boundaries, and analyze data to determine the location of boundary lines.

First American Commercial Due Diligence Services (CDS) is a division of The First American Corporation, a recognized Fortune 500 company. First American hires high-caliber professionals from a variety of disciplines, including financial services, technology, marketing, and law.

If you're looking for an exciting work environment that encourages creativity, initiative, professional growth, and long-term career opportunities, then First American Commercial Due Diligence Services (CDS) may be a good match for you.

What You'll Do:

• Taking and delivering quality field notes that will enable the drafter and Surveyor to produce an accurate survey.
• Adjust and operate surveying instruments, such as the Robotic total station and GPS receiver, compile notes, make sketches, import/export data from the data collector and upload for LS review.
• Act as the primary contact for all on-site clients, coordinate and schedule field visits, and handle any issues that arise with any of our surveys on site.
• Work directly with the licensed surveyor to schedule all field visits, routes, equipment, vehicle, and job information.
• Experience with Lieca, Trimble, Topcon, etc.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• GPS and robotic systems knowledge is required.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to research survey-related documents through public access and the internet.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean DMV record.
• +75% of Travel Required.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ideal candidates are based in major markets such as Tampa or Orlando (FL), Dallas–Fort Worth or Houston (TX), Atlanta (GA), or Nashville (TN). Candidates outside of these areas are still encouraged to apply and will be considered.

Requirements

• $25.00-$30.00/hour.
• This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Company Description

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential.

• Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years.
• We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity, and LGBTQ+ employees.
• Included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists.