Survey Technician Job Description

Survey Technician Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Survey Technician to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Navigate to remote stream sites, sometimes hiking several miles, carrying survey equipment, using GPS and topographic maps;
• Maintain rigorous data collection and assessment protocols; identify and report any concerns to supervisor;
• Assists in the preparation of data, charts, plots, maps, records, and documents related to surveys;
• Performs surveying tasks on assigned projects and verifies the accuracy of field survey data and required applications;
• Creation of stakeout data for construction layout;
• Write metes/bounds descriptions based on the Surveyor’s final boundary solution;
• Occasional field work in support of survey crews;
• Working closely with surveyors, engineers, technicians, project managers and support staff;
• Compile and process geographic data;
• Reviews and processes the results of field surveys, including the shape, contour, location, elevation, and dimensions of land features;
• Perform layout computations for construction staking;
• Analyze/Interpret data, survey calculations, legal descriptions;
• Regular communication with project team members;
• Prepare base survey mapping;
• Maintain internal/external client relations.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D;
• Travel to job sites as needed;
• Microsoft Office Suite;
• Associates degree in Land Surveying/Civil Engineering Technology, CAD or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• 3+ years of office survey experience using AutoCAD;
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation;
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass background checks for employment;
• Interest in learning the art of Land Surveying through hands-on experience;
• Ability to quickly acquire skills and learn new techniques;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Working knowledge of watershed health and function;
• Knowledge of surveying terminology and operation of surveying equipment (total stations, GPS, and levels);
• Ability to think creatively, keep an open mind, and take constructive criticism;
• A strong passion for native fishes and the watersheds upon which they rely;
• 3+ years of related experience.