Are you passionate about precision and enjoy working both outdoors and in the office? Join our 100% employee-owned team at Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. as a Land Survey Technician and take your skills to the next level! We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with 1-2 years of related experienceto assist with a variety of survey and civil engineering projects.
You'll play a key role in performing fieldwork and processing technical data for boundary, topographic, construction staking, and control surveys. As an employee-owner, you'll directly contribute to our company's success while expanding your career in an engaging environment.
What You'll Gain:
- Hands-on experience with advanced surveying technologies and diverse project types
- Professional growth opportunities, including mentoring and tuition reimbursement
- The chance to shape communities while enjoying a supportive, collaborative culture
Goals & Responsibilities
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities:
- Assist in conducting boundary, topographic, and construction surveys
- Operate total stations, GPS systems, and data collectors; set up and manage GPS for survey control; and collect accurate field measurements while ensuring proper equipment use
- Assist in preparing maps, plots, and legal descriptions
- Perform calculations and data adjustments for accuracy and consistency
- Complete construction layout and staking for engineering projects
- Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, and technicians to meet project deadlines
- Maintain and organize survey equipment and vehicles
Qualifications & Skills
The ideal candidate for this position will possess the following education, experience, and abilities:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or technical training in surveying preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in land surveying or related field preferred
- Proficiency with survey equipment (Trimble GPS, total stations, data collectors) preferred
- Knowledge of surveying principles and practices preferred
- Experience with Civil 3D, CAD, and Pix4D software is a plus
- Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits
Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is proud to be 100% employee owned. Our flexible working environment, engaged culture, and in-depth training and mentoring program are just a few of the reasons why we are consistently named a "Top Workplace" by the Journal Sentinel.
We offer a highly competitive compensation program and unique benefits, including:
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Performance bonuses
- Generous personal time off and holiday programs
- Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
- Parental leave
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Prepaid legal services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
About Us
Ruekert & Mielke, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned civil engineering firm dedicated to helping local communities thrive. We provide innovative solutions in municipal infrastructure, water resources, GIS, and more, partnering with clients to deliver sustainable, cost-effective projects. Our employee ownership culture fosters collaboration, accountability, and professional growth, making R/M a great place to build your career.
Visit www.ruekertmielke.com to learn more.
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