Field Survey Technician - Outdoor Civil Engineering

Legacy Engineering; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 Paid Holidays

15 days PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

HSA and FSA plans

Job summary

Legacy Engineering, a Fredericksburg-based civil engineering firm, seeks a Field Survey Technician to support survey operations in the field. You will assist Survey Party Chiefs, learn robot, drone and GPS equipment, and help interpret engineering plans on-site.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety with PPE, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be able to work outdoors, multi-task, and contribute to a collaborative project environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to solve problems in field settings.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.
• Willingness to learn surveying techniques and procedures.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist Survey Party Chiefs in field operations.
• Learn and operate survey instruments (robots, drones, GPS).
• Read and interpret maps, plans and specifications.
• Observe and document field activities and conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Job description

Legacy Engineering, a Fredericksburg-based civil engineering firm, seeks a Field Survey Technician to support survey operations in the field. You will assist Survey Party Chiefs, learn robot, drone and GPS equipment, and help interpret engineering plans on-site.

The role emphasizes reliability, safety with PPE, and strong teamwork. Candidates should be able to work outdoors, multi-task, and contribute to a collaborative project environment.