Apprenticeship Program - Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)

Gdbgeospatial; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

SAM is seeking candidates for a Geomatics Technician apprenticeship in Houston. You will join a two-year program with paid training, work around the surveying team, and learn to collect angles and elevations using state-of-the-art equipment while developing skills for mapping and construction applications.

You will gain hands-on field experience, learn to read plans, take notes, and complete safety and compliance trainings.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn about land surveying and geospatial work.
• Strong math and computer skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong interest in working with technology.
• Desire to travel and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a two-year apprenticeship program with the surveying team.
• Learn to collect angles and elevations using advanced equipment.
• In the field, take notes, sketch drawings and read plans.
• Complete safety and corporate compliance trainings throughout the program.

Skills

Math skills

Computers skills

Communication skills

Interest in technology

Job description

Who We Are

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision‑making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Your Impact at SAM

At SAM, we believe People are our best asset and we have built an Apprenticeship Program just for you! Over the course of the program, you will work with our surveying team to learn how to use innovative technology to solve our clients’ greatest problems. Upon completion, apprentices receive a nationally‑recognized credential, certified by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)

A land surveyor is a highly trained professional who makes precise measurements to determine property boundaries. They provide data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earth’s surface for engineering, mapmaking and construction projects. As a surveyor, your services are in demand like no other profession. If you are looking to travel the world, work outdoors, and earn money while doing it, then this may be the profession for you!

Overview of the Apprenticeship Program:

You will collect angles and elevations used for construction, map making, or other purposes, using advanced technology and surveying equipment. While in the field, you will learn how to take notes, sketch drawings and read plans. You will also gain exposure to additional surveying tasks such as records research and quality control. We have a safety first culture and you will be required to complete safety and corporate compliance trainings throughout the program.

• Two Year Program
• Paid Training - Make money while you learn!
• 40 hours per week
• On-The-Job Training
• Journeyman Surveyor Certification

What You Bring to SAM

• Desire to learn more about the land surveying and geospatial industry
• Willingness to travel and work outside
• Strong interest in working with technology
• Strongmathandcomputerskills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company‑paid premiums for Long‑term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well‑being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development:Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check‑Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women‑focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts:Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms