GIS Survey Technician

Topographic, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A surveying and mapping company located in Columbus, Ohio seeks a GIS Survey Technician to perform data analytics and land surveying tasks using GIS software such as ArcGIS and AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will be adept at analyzing geospatial data, preparing accurate survey documents, and collaborating with various stakeholders. This role requires attention to detail, strong mathematical skills, and effective communication, with a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams.
• Proficiency in GIS software and applications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze field survey data and produce visualizations.
• Prepare working sketches for field crews.
• Create survey base drawings and subdivision maps.

Skills

Knowledge of ESRI products (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise)

Attention to detail for GIS data entry

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Trimble Business Center

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

OH - Franklin CO 375 S High St Columbus, OH 43215, USA

The GIS Survey Technician will perform GIS data analytics, manipulation, transformation, development and mapping utilizing ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and other GIS software packages as required. They will execute technically complex land surveying assignments. The Survey Technician will also review survey maps and documents to assess technical accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal property laws and regulations.

Employees, Managers, and Supervisors throughout the corporation, and various external customers, vendors, consultants, and governmental regulatory officials.

Responsibilities

• Use geospatial software to analyze field survey data and produce visualizations, reports, and mapping deliverables.
• Research public records (county, city, and other sources) and online resources to collect data on easements, deeds, and other pertinent information.
• Prepare working sketches for field crews using researched data and reference materials.
• Process field data using Trimble Business Center and prepare files for import into AutoCAD.
• Create survey base drawings using field data (points), sketches, photos, and reference maps.
• Utilize AutoCAD to produce subdivision maps, ALTA surveys, topographic surveys, and other survey-related exhibits.
• Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for rights-of-way, easements, and acquisition parcels.
• Develop, maintain, and manage the company’s data library and enterprise databases.
• Transform and prepare data deliverables to meet client requirements and quality standards.
• Prepare specialty maps for internal and external clients.
• Collaborate with project managers and team leads to determine best methods and practices to meet client needs.
• Perform QA/QC on all work, including that prepared by others.
• Complete additional mapping, records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Skill Requirements

• Basic knowledge of ESRI products, including ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Enterprise
• Ability to lead tasks to meet client needs and deliverables, while working under direct supervision
• Strong attention to detail for accurate GIS data entry and database maintenance
• Ability to review work for accuracy and completeness, and proactively recommend improvements
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships
• Working knowledge or ability to learn land surveying methodologies, formulas, principles, and techniques
• Strong understanding of mathematics used in field survey analysis
• Ability to apply technical report writing standards and computer-assisted surveying applications
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret maps, title reports, and legal descriptions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related reporting tools

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mental Demands

The following mental demands are required to perform the essential functions of this job: concentrate, conceptualize, cooperative work with others/teamwork, detailed work, frequent task changes, irregular schedule as needed, learn new tasks, interruptive /distractive environment, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, reasoning, problem solving, time pressures.

Topographic OM, Inc. standard business hours is Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. The specific schedule for this role will be based on location and department.

Must be authorized to work in the United States. Travel to worksites may be required. This employer participates in E-Verify. This position is subject to initial and random Drug and Alcohol programs as directed by Company Policy.

Topographic, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.