Field Survey Technician - Drones, 3D Scanners, Pipelines

Cardinal Civil Resources; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Civil Resources is seeking a Survey Field Technician with 0–5 years of experience. Training on latest survey equipment, including total stations, 3D scanners, and drones, will be provided. Field work and occasional travel to different job sites are required.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and the ability to read plans and perform staking and marking across pipeline surveys. High school or equivalent education with math background is essential.

Qualifications

• A high school education or equivalent with math, geometry and trig background.
• Land surveying experience is required.
• Valid driver’s license; CST or Survey Apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work in group environments on survey projects.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and construction documents.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment safely and efficiently.
• Take field notes of readings and observations.
• Perform staking and marking in the field.
• Travel daily to various job sites as part of a crew.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading plans

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Math background (geometry, trig)

Tools

Total stations

GPS Receivers

Data collectors

Job description

Cardinal Civil Resources is seeking a Survey Field Technician with 0–5 years of experience. Training on latest survey equipment, including total stations, 3D scanners, and drones, will be provided. Field work and occasional travel to different job sites are required.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and the ability to read plans and perform staking and marking across pipeline surveys. High school or equivalent education with math background is essential.