Field Survey Technician: Growth, Training & Benefits

Gdbgeospatial; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards/Achievements

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) seeks a field crew member to support boundary, topographic, and construction surveys across projects nationwide. You will operate equipment, gather geospatial data, and contribute to accurate field records.

You will work with Robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, and survey controllers, maintaining clear notes, interpreting plans, and collaborating with your Crew Chief. Willingness to travel and adapt to outdoor conditions is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet MVR standards.
• One year industry experience or related fieldwork.
• Knowledge of land surveying practices and basic calculations.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• Willing to travel and stay out of town as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support field crew in data collection for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
• Assist in completing field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief.
• Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations and GNSS receivers.
• Use survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform computations.
• Read and interpret maps and plans and maintain accurate field notes.
• Load/unload equipment and maintain tools and vehicles.
• Follow company safety procedures and practices.
• Communicate progress and address issues with the Crew Chief.

Skills

Field surveying

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Data collection

Survey computations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Digital levels

Survey controllers/software

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) seeks a field crew member to support boundary, topographic, and construction surveys across projects nationwide. You will operate equipment, gather geospatial data, and contribute to accurate field records.

You will work with Robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, and survey controllers, maintaining clear notes, interpreting plans, and collaborating with your Crew Chief. Willingness to travel and adapt to outdoor conditions is required.