DOD SkillBridge Program - Survey Technician

Bolton & Menk, Inc; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Match Program

Paid time off

Discretionary bonuses

ESOP

Six paid holidays

Parental leave

Short/Long-term disability

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. seeks a Survey Technician through the DOD SkillBridge Program. This 3-month immersive experience emphasizes fieldwork under seasoned crew chiefs, applying newly learned skills to real projects.

The role supports boundary surveys, staking, and GPS data collection, with exposure to Trimble and Robotic Total Station. Fargo or Bismark, ND offices available.

Qualifications

• Military service member with 180 days or fewer before separation
• Ability to work outdoors in extended conditions and navigate rugged terrain
• General knowledge of land surveying and AutoCAD drafting preferred
• Valid driver’s license, insurable, own transportation; travel may be reimbursed

Responsibilities

• Assist with boundary surveys, construction staking, topo surveys, ALTA surveys, and GPS data collection
• Participate in construction staking activities
• Gain experience with Trimble, Robotic Total Station, and GPS equipment
• Interact with staff, landowners, contractors, and subcontractors

Skills

Boundary surveys

Construction staking

Topographic surveys

ALTA surveys

GPS data collection

AutoCAD drafting

Team collaboration

Education

Associate in Civil Engineering Technology

Associate in Land Surveying Technology

Tools

Trimble

Robotic Total Station

GPS equipment

AutoCAD drafting

Job description

Bolton & Menk is seeking a Survey Technician through our DOD SkillBridge Program. SkillBridge is a Department of Defense (DOD) program that helps service members gain civilian work experience. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Southeast, Midwest, and beyond.

DOD SkillBridge Program - Survey Technicians engage in a 3-month immersive experience predominately collaborating with seasoned crew chiefs in the field, where they can apply their newly acquired skills to actually work projects.

This opportunity will can be based out of our Fargo or Bismark, ND offices.

What YouWillBeDoing:

• You will assist with boundary surveys, construction staking, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and GPS data collection
• You will be on construction staking
• You will be gaining experience with Trimble, Robotic Total Station, and GPS equipment
• This position will interact with staff, landowners, contractors, and subcontractors

What We Are Looking For:

• Must be a Military Service Member with 180 days of service or fewer remaining before your separation date
• Must have the ability to work in extended outdoor conditions and be physically capable of navigating rugged terrain for the purpose of performing the duties outlined above
• General knowledge of land surveying and AutoCAD drafting are preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the firm’s standard rates. Must also own their own transportation. You will be reimbursed for business-related travel. A check of the candidate's motor vehicle record will be conducted as part of the on-boarding

Relocation and housing are not included. Wages and Benefits provided by Department of Defense while participating in the program.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, part-time basis or internship for any employer without restriction. Bolton & Menk does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position.

Supporting Our Service Members:

Your opportunities for growth, success, and personal fulfillment continue well beyond your military service. Bolton & Menk offers a variety of benefit programs and amenities designed to support you and your family at every stage of life.

• Military Affinity Group
• Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
• ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• Parental leave
• Short term and Long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina, and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff... including disability and vets.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associate of Science or better in Civil Engineering Technology or related field.

Associate of Science or better in Land Surveying Technology or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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