Aspiring LSIT - Lead Field Teams & Grow

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and flexible benefits

Life and disability coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Strong support for professional growth

Job summary

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc. in Rochester, MN, is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) to join our field team. You will lead survey operations, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to deliver precise data and documented results.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work, professional development, and a supportive environment that values accuracy, safety, and timely delivery on projects ranging from infrastructure to development sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Surveying or Geomatics.
• LSIT certification is required or pursued.
• Willingness to work in the field and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey team operations, including planning and data collection.
• Supervise and train junior technicians on field procedures and safety.
• Perform quality control checks on field data and documentation.
• Mentor teammates and develop training resources for the team.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and CAD technicians to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.
• Interpret legal descriptions, survey plats, and construction documents.
• Maintain high standards for field safety, equipment care, and data integrity.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate survey instruments (GPS, GNSS, total stations, data collectors).

Skills

Leadership

Field surveying

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or Geomatics

LSIT certification

Associate degree acceptable

Tools

GPS

Total Stations

Levels

CAD software

Job description

Widseth Smith Nolting and Associates Inc. in Rochester, MN, is seeking a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) to join our field team. You will lead survey operations, mentor junior technicians, and collaborate with engineers and CAD technicians to deliver precise data and documented results.

The role emphasizes hands-on field work, professional development, and a supportive environment that values accuracy, safety, and timely delivery on projects ranging from infrastructure to development sites.