Field Survey Technician: Boundaries & Topography

KLJ; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Performance bonus

401k with company match

Employee stock ownership program

Job summary

KLJ is seeking an entry-level land surveying assistant in Rapid City to support a Registered Land Surveyor. You will assist with collecting data from legal records, perform boundary and site surveys, and generate clear documentation of findings.

The role requires adherence to safety and professional standards and may involve travel and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include preparing maps, drawings, and reports with accuracy and attention to detail, under supervision, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Excellent research and evaluation skills with analytical mindset.
• Self-discipline with attention to detail and ability to learn new techniques.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, researching, and analyzing data from property/utility records, deeds, land/property titles, structural plans, and other land surveying activities.
• Use survey instruments to perform surveys on projects of varying complexity: boundary, existing condition, topographic, as-built, subdivision, hydrographic, and profile maps.
• Provide entry-level survey assistance ensuring accuracy and conformance with rules, standards, codes, and specifications.
• Assist with survey activities for projects of varying scope within a region.
• Generate complete, accurate documentation of site inspections and survey findings using photos, sketches, calculations, software, and reports.

Skills

Research and evaluation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Travel willingness

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

KLJ is seeking an entry-level land surveying assistant in Rapid City to support a Registered Land Surveyor. You will assist with collecting data from legal records, perform boundary and site surveys, and generate clear documentation of findings.

The role requires adherence to safety and professional standards and may involve travel and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include preparing maps, drawings, and reports with accuracy and attention to detail, under supervision, and ensuring