Field Survey Technician: Growth, Travel, and Real Impact

SAM; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Long-term disability/Life Insurance

Fidelity retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Paid time off

Job summary

SAM is seeking an entry-level crew member to support boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveying in the Houston area. You will work outdoors year-round on active field operations under a Crew Chief’s supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and about one year of industry experience. Must be able to travel as needed and handle field environments safely.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet MVR standards.
• One year of industry experience.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in all kinds of weather.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of land survey instruments to support a field crew in their daily operations to gather data for surveys including boundary, topographic, and construction layout.
• Assist in completion of field surveys under the supervision of a Crew Chief; communicate progress and address problems.
• Operate land survey equipment including robotic total stations, GNSS receivers, data radios/modems, terrestrial 3D laser scanners, levels.
• Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations.
• Read and interpret maps and plans.
• Maintain neat field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations under supervision.
• Load and unload trucks with survey equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices.

Skills

Field surveying

Outdoor work

Valid driver's license

Willing to travel

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

SAM is seeking an entry-level crew member to support boundary, topographic, and construction layout surveying in the Houston area. You will work outdoors year-round on active field operations under a Crew Chief’s supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and about one year of industry experience. Must be able to travel as needed and handle field environments safely.