Field Survey Tech I — On-Site & Travel

AECO; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Survey Technician I to operate surveying instruments in the field and collect measurements for boundary and topographic surveys. The role reports to a licensed surveyor and requires travel.

Key tasks include setting up total stations and GPS/GNSS receivers, establishing control points, recording elevations and coordinates, reading plans, and supporting daily field operations while following safety procedures. Occasional work in difficult terrain and varying weather is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and the ability to pass MVR checks.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Frequent travel to field locations with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Establish and verify survey control points and benchmarks.
• Take measurements of angles, distances, elevations, and coordinates.
• Assist with boundary, topographic, ALTA, and as-built surveys.
• Read and interpret survey drawings, plans, maps, and field notes.
• Record field measurements accurately using electronic data collectors and surveying software.
• Locate property corners, monuments, utilities, and other physical features.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment.
• Perform calculations and check field data for accuracy.
• Assist the survey crew chief and surveyor with daily field operations.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work area.
• Occasionally work in difficult terrain, construction sites, and varying weather conditions.

Skills

Valid U.S. driver's license

Outdoor work endurance

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GPS/GNSS receivers

Levels

Data collectors

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Survey Technician I to operate surveying instruments in the field and collect measurements for boundary and topographic surveys. The role reports to a licensed surveyor and requires travel.

Key tasks include setting up total stations and GPS/GNSS receivers, establishing control points, recording elevations and coordinates, reading plans, and supporting daily field operations while following safety procedures. Occasional work in difficult terrain and varying weather is expected.