Field Survey Technician — Outdoor Data Capture Pro

Gdbgeospatial; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Financial rewards

Paid time off

Professional development

Perks at Work

Awards & recognition

Job summary

SAM is seeking a Field Survey Assistant to join its nationwide geospatial team. You will support field crews by operating survey instruments, collecting boundary, topographic, and construction data, and keeping precise field notes. The role requires outdoor work year-round and willingness to travel as needed.

You’ll contribute to accurate surveys and learn advanced workflows. SAM offers comprehensive health benefits, professional development, paid time off, and a culture focused on safety and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards.
• One year industry experience.
• Minimum knowledge of land surveying practices and performance of basic types of surveys, mathematical computations, and field operations.
• Able to work outdoors year-round in all types of weather conditions and environments.
• Available to travel/stay out of town for work as needed.

Responsibilities

• Use a variety of land survey instruments to gather data for various 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, automatic and digital levels.
• Utilize survey controllers and software to collect geospatial data and perform survey computations.
• Read and interpret various types of maps and plans.
• Complete neat and orderly field notes with accurate measurements for land survey operations with supervision from Crew Chief.
• Load and unload trucks with land survey equipment and supplies.
• Clean and maintain land survey equipment, tools, and vehicle.
• Follow company safety procedures, policies, and practices.

Skills

Field data collection

Survey instrument operation

Team collaboration

Outdoor work year-round

Travel readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Robotic total stations

GNSS receivers

Terrestrial 3D laser scanners

Data radios/modems

Digital levels

Job description

SAM is seeking a Field Survey Assistant to join its nationwide geospatial team. You will support field crews by operating survey instruments, collecting boundary, topographic, and construction data, and keeping precise field notes. The role requires outdoor work year-round and willingness to travel as needed.

You’ll contribute to accurate surveys and learn advanced workflows. SAM offers comprehensive health benefits, professional development, paid time off, and a culture focused on safety and