GIS Technician

Land Surveyor

Location: Armonk, NY (On-Site)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Experience Level: Entry-Level to Early Career (6 Months - 3 Years)

Industry: Land Surveying, Civil Engineering & Construction

About the Opportunity

A well-established engineering and surveying firm is seeking a Land Surveyor to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their surveying career who is looking to gain hands-on field experience while developing technical skills in surveying, drafting, and data collection.

The ideal candidate will have experience performing field surveys, operating GPS and survey equipment, and supporting survey documentation and drafting efforts. This role offers exposure to a variety of projects while providing mentorship, career development, and long-term growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform topographical surveys, boundary surveys, utility surveys, and construction layout activities

• Collect accurate field data using GPS equipment and modern surveying instruments

• Set up, operate, and maintain survey equipment including GPS receivers, total stations, and data collection devices

• Utilize reports, maps, engineering plans, drawings, and aerial photography to assess project requirements

• Transfer field data into appropriate software platforms for drafting and analysis

• Support the preparation of survey drawings, plats, and documentation

• Assist with drafting and survey-related design tasks using Civil 3D

• Perform measurements, calculations, and adjustments to ensure survey accuracy

• Work safely and effectively in outdoor environments and active construction sites

• Participate in office-based drafting and CAD work when field activities are limited by weather conditions

• Collaborate with project teams to support successful project execution

Required Qualifications

• 6 months to 3 years of experience in land surveying or a closely related field

• Experience performing topographical surveys, boundary surveys, utility surveys, and construction layouts

• Experience utilizing GPS equipment and standard surveying instruments

• Knowledge of surveying equipment such as Topcon, Leica, Carlson, or Total Station systems

• Proficiency with Civil 3D

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, maps, plans, and survey documents

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Strong interest in building a long-term career in land surveying

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Geomatics, or a related field

• Experience with drone survey technology and data collection

• Previous drafting experience in a surveying or civil engineering environment

• Experience supporting survey plats, legal descriptions, and construction layout documentation

• Familiarity with data processing and survey software workflows

Desired Skills

• Land Surveying

• Topographic Surveys

• Boundary Surveys

• Utility Surveys

• Construction Layout

• GPS Surveying

• Civil 3D

• Drafting

• Topcon Equipment

• Leica Equipment

• Total Station

• Data Collection

• Survey Mapping

• Field Survey Operations

• Construction Surveying

What You'll Bring

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to adapt to changing field conditions and project requirements

• Dependability and commitment to safety

• Interest in professional growth within the surveying profession

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a respected firm with decades of industry experience and a strong reputation

• Work on a diverse range of land development, commercial, and infrastructure projects

• Gain exposure to modern surveying technologies and equipment

• Opportunity to develop both field and office-based technical skills

• Strong mentorship and training opportunities for early-career professionals

• Long-term career growth and advancement potential

• Team-oriented culture with regular company outings, social events, and team-building activities

Work Environment

• On-site role with a combination of field and office responsibilities

• Typical schedule is 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM

• Report directly to project sites for field assignments

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions is required

• Office-based CAD and drafting work performed during inclement weather

• Collaborative, energetic, and supportive team culture

• Opportunities to participate in company-sponsored events and recreational activities

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New London, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New London,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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