Certified Survey Technician II

Page Interworks, PA; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Stratus in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Hybrid Survey Technician / Field Surveyor to support land surveying projects through field data collection and office processing. This role blends outdoor work with technical CAD tasks, operating survey equipment in the field, gathering spatial data, and preparing deliverables for project teams.

You will work on boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, easement exhibits, and utility surveys across the Metro Atlanta region and Southeast markets, with responsibilities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of land surveying experience (field/office).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform field data collection using GNSS/GPS equipment, robotic total stations, digital levels, and data collectors.
• Prepare CAD deliverables and process survey data in the office.
• Create topographic maps, boundary exhibits, easement plats, staking calculations, and survey deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and survey crews to ensure project accuracy and schedule compliance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Surveying or related field

Tools

GPS/GNSS equipment

Total stations

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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Full Time Level 3 Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $40.00 Hourly

About Stratus

Stratus is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

The Role

The Hybrid Survey Technician / Field Surveyor supports land surveying projects through a combination of field data collection and office-based survey processing. This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys working both outdoors and in a technical office environment. Responsibilities include operating survey equipment in the field, gathering accurate spatial data, processing survey information, preparing CAD deliverables, and supporting project teams in the production of high-quality survey documents.

The successful candidate will work on a variety of projects including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, easement exhibits, utility surveys, construction staking, and land development projects throughout the Metro Atlanta region and surrounding Southeast markets.

Responsibilities

Field Survey Operations

• Perform field data collection using GNSS/GPS equipment, robotic total stations, digital levels, and data collectors
• Assist with boundary, topographic, route, utility, ALTA/NSPS, and construction surveys
• Perform construction staking and as-built surveys
• Establish and verify survey control points and benchmarks
• Maintain accurate field notes and electronic data records
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with company standards and industry best practices
• Maintain and care for survey vehicles, equipment, and field supplies

Office Survey Operations

• Download, organize, and process field survey data
• Prepare and edit survey drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software
• Create topographic maps, boundary exhibits, easement plats, staking calculations, and survey deliverables
• Assist with record research, deed research, plats, and public records investigations
• Perform quality control reviews of survey data and drawings
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and survey crews to ensure project accuracy and schedule compliance
• Support development of survey reports and project documentation

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of land surveying experience, either field, office, or a combination of both
• Experience operating survey equipment including GPS/GNSS and total stations
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar CAD software
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel throughout the Atlanta region and occasionally to project sites across Georgia and neighboring states

Preferred

• Associate degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
• CST (Certified Survey Technician) certification or ability to obtain certification
• Experience with Trimble, Leica, Carlson, or Topcon equipment and software
• Knowledge of Georgia land surveying standards and procedures
• Experience with UAV/drone surveys, LiDAR, GIS, or reality capture technologies

Why you'll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning&Development - Education and Professional Licensing
• We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team's management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.