Survey Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Survey Technician

Job Description

The Survey CAD Technician supports field survey crews by assisting with sitework and construction layout activities. In this role, you set up and operate modern survey equipment, accurately collect and record field data, and help stake foundations, utilities, grading, and other site improvements. You play a key part in maintaining equipment, following safety procedures, and ensuring each project runs smoothly and efficiently, while building your skills and growing within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Collect, record, and verify field data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and clear communication on each project.
• Apply basic AutoCAD and Civil 3D skills to support survey-related drafting and data processing as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience assisting with survey, topography, or land surveying activities in the field or a strong interest in learning these skills.
• Ability to set up and operate survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, with 0–1 year of AutoCAD experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Civil 3D or willingness to learn Civil 3D for survey and sitework applications.
• Strong work ethic with a track record of being hard-working, reliable, and consistent.
• Desire to grow professionally and build a long-term career in surveying or civil engineering.
• Ability to accurately collect, record, and organize field data.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive to and between project sites.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and site protocols at all times.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a closely related field.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in land surveying, construction layout, or sitework is helpful but not required.
• Exposure to topographic surveys and construction staking practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a field crew.
• Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and project needs.
• Motivation to take on new responsibilities and learn new technologies and methods.
• Interest in long-term professional growth, supported by structured raises at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year.

Work Environment

This is a office-based role working on active project sites, typically from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional Saturday work as needed. You spend most of your time outdoors on construction and sitework projects, working closely with a survey crew. The role involves regular use of total stations, GPS equipment, and data collectors, as well as basic use of AutoCAD and Civil 3D to support survey tasks. Overtime is not required but is offered weekly, providing opportunities to increase earnings when desired. The environment emphasizes safety, reliability, teamwork, and professional growth, with clear opportunities to advance as you build your skills and experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Parsippany-Troy Hills,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 2026.

About Actalent

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