Data Technician

Socket.dev; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies seeks an Audubon Survey Data Technician to collect, process, and manage survey data supporting pipeline, engineering, and land development projects. You will support multiple survey crews and work with the project manager to ensure timely receipt and processing of data in a Civil3D environment.

The role emphasizes data integrity, collaboration with surveyors and engineers, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Occasional field work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related degree preferred.
• Experience with survey equipment.
• Familiarity with surveying software and data processing tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Record, organize, and verify survey data received from multiple survey crews.
• Download, process, and perform quality checks on collected data.
• Assist survey crews with layout, staking, and as-built data collection.
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to ensure data meets project requirements.
• Prepare field notes, reports, and documentation for project records.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or errors in survey data.
• Interface with third party teams to support ongoing project efforts.

Skills

Survey data collection

Experience with survey equipment

Attention to detail

Communication and teamwork

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Pipeline Module

AutoCAD Civil3d

ESRI ArcPro

Job description

Job Summary:

The Audubon Survey Data Technician is responsible for collecting, processing, and managing survey data to support pipeline, engineering, construction, and land development projects. This role requires the Survey Data Technician to support multiple survey crews while also interfacing with the survey project manager to ensure timely receipt and process of survey data in a Civil3d environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Record, organize, and verify survey data received from multiple survey crews
• Download, process, and perform quality checks on collected data
• Assist survey crews with layout, staking, and as-built data collection
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, and project managers to ensure data meets project requirements
• Prepare field notes, reports, and documentation for project records
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or errors in survey data
• Interface with third party teams such as construction, inspection, right of way, etc. to support on going project efforts.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree in surveying, geomatics, or related field preferred)
• Experience with survey equipment (Trimble, Leica, Topcon, etc.)
• Familiarity with survey software and data processing tools such as Trimble Business Center, Trimble Pipeline Module, AutoCAD Civil3d
• Understanding of surveying principles and construction practices
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Skills:

• Must have experience with some or all of the following concepts:
  • Pipeline Tally Files
  • Pipeline Module
  • Material Test Reports (MTR)
  • Asbuilt pipeline surveying processes
  • As-built Directional Drill / Bore calculations
  • Deed plotting
  • General One-Call Procedures
  • Familiarity with Trimble Feature Code Library (FXL)
  • Familiarity with Asbuilt Isometric Sketches
  • Familiarity with Alignment sheets
• Knowledge of coordinate systems and data management workflows
• Ability to read and interpret plans and technical drawings

Software Platforms:

• Trimble Business Center
• AutoCAD Civil3d
• ESRI Arc Desktop / Arc Pro (optional)

Work Environment:

• Primarily office-based environment, with possibly voluntary field assignment(s)
• May require travel to project sites and extended work hours depending on project needs

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• All employees are responsible for supporting Audubon Companies’ Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures. This includes:
• Performing duties in a manner that protects personal and team health and safety
• Participating in required HSE training, meetings, and reporting activities
• Identifying and reporting hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Following safe work practices and complying with applicable regulatory requirements

Equal Employment Opportunity

Audubon Companies is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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