Job Description
Role Overview
We are seeking an entry-level Survey Technician to support surveying operations for civil engineering and land development projects. This role is a hands-on opportunity to learn surveying fundamentals, assist in field data collection, and contribute to survey deliverables under supervision.
The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in land surveying.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking an entry-level Survey Technician to support surveying operations for civil engineering and land development projects. This role is a hands-on opportunity to learn surveying fundamentals, assist in field data collection, and contribute to survey deliverables under supervision.
The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and interested in building a career in land surveying.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate basic survey equipment (total stations, GPS, levels) under guidance
- Record field measurements (distances, angles, elevations) accurately
- Assist with topographic, boundary, and construction staking surveys
- Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure proper operation
- Document field observations with notes, sketches, and photos
- Follow safety guidelines and industry best practices during fieldwork
- Provide data to Survey Party Chiefs and CADD staff for preliminary mapping and drawings
- Organize and prepare survey data for project teams, including engineers and managers
- Participate in training and mentoring to develop skills and advance in surveying roles
- High school diploma required; Associate's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or related field preferred
- 0-2 years of experience; internships or academic experience in surveying are acceptable
- Basic understanding of survey instruments and data collection techniques
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office for documentation
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Team player with good communication skills
- Willingness to work outdoors in a variety of weather and terrain conditions
- Ability to perform fieldwork involving walking, climbing, and carrying equipment up to 50 lbs
- Comfortable in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, sun)
- Adequate vision and hearing for measurements and equipment use
- Valid driver's license required; travel to job sites as needed
Reasonable accommodations may be provided for candidates with disabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Spearfish |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Year Founded | 1994 |
| Website | http://www.irisrecruiting.com |
About Company
“Looking for what’s next before you are.”
What’s next?
We’re always looking ahead, constantly working to be the subject matter experts in the fields that we serve. Whether it’s studying the latest industry trends or keeping you informed on best practices, our strategic recruiters are always looking for what’s next before you are.
Relationships
We work harder than other recruiters to grow relationships with our clients and candidates. This approach allows us to better match the right candidate with the right opportunity. We want to be a part of the ongoing, ever-changing process for the people we serve.
iRiS
We identify, connect with, evaluate, and deliver top talent.
Skills
- Best Practicesunmatched
- Building Surveyingunmatched
- CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting)unmatched
- Civil Engineeringunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Data Collectionunmatched
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Driver's Licenseunmatched
- Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
- GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
- Geomaticsunmatched
- High School Diplomaunmatched
- Land Developmentunmatched
- Land Surveyingunmatched
- Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Microsoft Officeunmatched
- Operational Supportunmatched
- Survey Instrumentsunmatched
- Surveyingunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Topographyunmatched
- Willing to Travelunmatched
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