Entry Level Surveyor

Survey Technician / Entry-Level Surveyor

Job Summary

Seeking a motivated Survey Technician to support field operations on transportation, municipal, utility, land development, and infrastructure projects throughout Southeast Michigan. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, wants to learn the surveying profession, and is interested in building a long-term career in surveying. Previous surveying experience is helpful but not required for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction staking, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and data collection.

• Work alongside experienced Survey Crew Chiefs on a variety of field projects.

• Operate GPS, robotic total stations, data collectors, and other survey equipment.

• Collect accurate field measurements and maintain survey records.

• Support stakeout activities for roads, utilities, site development, and infrastructure projects.

• Maintain survey equipment, vehicles, and field documentation.

• Travel locally to project sites throughout Metro Detroit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Interest in surveying, construction, engineering, or outdoor field work.

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to lift and carry survey equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Surveying, Civil Technology, Construction Management, Engineering, or related coursework.

• Experience with GPS equipment, total stations, or construction layout.

• Experience reading plans and construction drawings.

• Interest in pursuing survey certifications or long-term advancement in the surveying field.

What They're Looking For They are very open to candidates with little or no direct surveying experience who are willing to work outside, learn the profession, and build a long-term career. The focus is finding someone with the right attitude, reliability, and willingness to grow rather than requiring extensive prior experience.

Location: Southeast Michigan

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday - 45-55 hours

Travel: Local travel only, minimal overnight travel

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay, company vehicle/equipment, PTO, health benefits, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and long-term growth opportunities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $36.00/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 Rochester Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 2026.

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