Land Survey Technician

Land Survey Technician

Dewberry is currently seeking an experienced Land Survey Technician. Applicant must be responsible, highly motivated, and a detail oriented individual interested in joining our Land Surveying department in the Richmond, VA area as a Land Survey Technician to serve our Mid-Atlantic territory. Applicant must be able to work in a team environment as a key member of a survey crew assisting in the performance of boundary, ALTA, topographic, right-of-way acquisition, transmission line, transportation, and construction surveys utilizing the latest equipment and surveying technology with the ability to supervise the crew or work independently if necessary.

The position has opportunity for advancement for a motivated individual willing to grow with the changing skills and technology required of a Land Surveyor.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you're an experienced professional or a new graduate, you'll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call "Dewberry at Work," that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

• Assist the field supervisor with all aspects of the daily crew workload.
• Work in a safe manner and obey all safety regulations.
• Supervise the survey crew in the absence of the crew chief.
• Work independently as a one person crew as required.
• Daily uploading and downloading of data collectors.
• Daily care and charging of instrumentation.
• Continually advance knowledge with upgrades in technology.

Required Skills & Required Experience

• Minimum of three years of survey experience required.
• Must have a High School Diploma (Minimum).
• Must have good Mathematical skills.
• Must have good computer and data collector skills.
• Must be proficient with the use of Topcon and Trimble survey equipment. (GPS, Robotics, Total Stations, Levels, and Data Collectors).
• Must be proficient with Carlson SurvCE, and Trimble Survey Controller data collection software.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to pass a driving record check.
• Must pass a drug test.
• Must be dependable.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance is a plus.
• Must be physically able to work outdoors and on construction sites under all weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat and lift 50 lbs; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes, in addition the ability to stand for long periods on varied surfaces.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be willing and able to travel for extended periods.
• Experience with Electric Transmission and Oil and Gas Transmission projects a plus.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry's background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

The projected range for this position is $45,000-$58,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.