Land Survey Technician

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 35,817 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc. is looking for an experienced Land Survey Technician to lead field operations and mentor junior team members in Minnesota. The ideal candidate will have an associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Responsibilities include planning survey operations, performing quality control checks, and collaborating with project managers. We offer competitive pay ranging from $26 to $45 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and professional development support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in surveying may substitute for degree.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey team operations including planning and data collection.
• Supervise and train junior technicians on field procedures.
• Perform quality control checks on field data and documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

Skills

Proficiency with surveying equipment (Trimble, Leica, Topcon)

Ability to lead field crews

Solid knowledge of boundary law

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology, Land Surveying, or related field

Tools

GPS instruments

GNSS

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about helping build stronger, more resilient communities? Join our team as an experienced Land Survey Technician and play a key role in delivering infrastructure projects that make a lasting impact.

In this role, you’ll lead field survey operations, mentor junior team members, and serve as a technical resource across a variety of projects—including construction, boundary, ALTA, topographic, and infrastructure surveys.

What You’ll Do

• Lead field survey team operations, including planning, equipment setup, and data collection
• Supervise and train junior technicians on field procedures, safety, and best practices
• Perform quality control checks on field data and documentation
• Serve as a technical mentor and help develop training resources for the team
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and CAD technicians to ensure accuracy and timely delivery
• Interpret legal descriptions, survey plats, and construction documents
• Maintain high standards for field safety, equipment care, and data integrity
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and calibrate survey instruments (GPS, GNSS, total stations, data collectors)
• Continuously learn and grow professionally

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in civil engineering technology, Land Surveying, or related field—or 5+ years of experience
• Strong proficiency with surveying equipment (Trimble, Leica, Topcon, etc.)
• Ability to lead field crews and manage multiple tasks independently
• Solid knowledge of boundary law, construction layout, and topographic surveying
• Willingness to work outdoors in all types of weather
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. and traverse uneven terrain
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and work ethic
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

What We Offer

Growth & Development

• Ongoing technical training

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $26–$45/hour (based on experience)
• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & flexible benefits
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development support

Additional Requirements

• Must pass a background check after offer acceptance
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affinative Action Employer.