Land Survey Technician

OWN, Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Flexible work schedules

Community involvement opportunities

Empowerment and decision-making

Fun team culture

Job summary

OWN, Inc. is seeking a Land Survey Technician for their Overland Park, KS team. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate survey data collection and processing while demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities include operating surveying instruments, maintaining equipment, and supporting construction staking activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with preference for an Associate’s degree.

OWN, Inc. values employee empowerment, community involvement, and a fun workplace culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or technical degree preferred.
• Basic computer and math skills required.
• Proactive approach to learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience with focus on clients, safety, and quality.
• Collect, process, and verify survey data accurately.
• Support construction staking activities by marking proposed improvements.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong critical thinking

Basic computer skills

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or technical degree

Tools

GPS

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

OWN, Inc. is an engineering firm that believes in the power of employee‑ownership. Our talented team builds futures while helping shape the built environment across the country from our offices in Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas. We serve the Private Development and Public Infrastructure markets with core offerings of Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, and Field Services. No matter the project or scope, our clients enjoy problem‑solving and service that goes beyond the expected.

We are looking for a Land Survey Technician to join our Overland Park, KS Team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience every day by focusing on what drives our success—Clients, OWNers, Safety, Quality, and Financial Health.
• Conduct the collection, processing, and verification of survey data.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments, including GPS, total stations, and data collectors, to ensure accurate measurements.
• Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot survey equipment prior to and during field operations.
• Collect topographic, boundary, and construction layout data in accordance with project requirements and safety standards.
• Perform field calculations, level loops, and coordinate checks to verify accuracy and completeness.
• Record clear, detailed field notes and maintain accurate documentation of survey observations.
• Import and organize raw field data for processing and drafting by office staff.
• Assist in preparing survey drawings, plats, and exhibits under the direction of surveyors or CAD technicians.
• Support construction staking activities by interpreting plans and marking locations of proposed improvements.
• Maintain communication with Team Leaders, Surveyors, and Engineering staff to clarify project needs and resolve data discrepancies.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, company policies, and job‑site requirements.
• Maintain equipment inventory, cleanliness, and readiness for field deployment.
• Assist with data quality control and ensure compliance with firm and client standards.
• Manage time and priorities effectively across multiple projects and changing field conditions.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning new survey technologies and methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Have a high school diploma; Associate’s or technical degree preferred.
• Possess basic computer and math skills with the ability to learn surveying technology.
• Are detail‑oriented with strong critical‑thinking abilities.
• Are willing to work overtime and flexible schedules as project deadlines require.
• Hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Have physical stamina to work outdoors carrying equipment across all terrain.
• Possess strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Community. Giving of time, treasures, and talents to fulfill personal passions and show up in your community.
• Empowerment. Our employees are given full reign and the trust to make decisions in the best interest of their clients and teams.
• Flexibility. The freedom to be a professional. The freedom to be a person.
• ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees – equitably, a fact most employee‑owned firms can’t claim.
• Having fun. Laughing, jokes, high fives, celebrations – we take our work seriously but not ourselves.
• Teamwork. A sense of belonging, learning from those around you, and feeling like you’re on the winning team.

It is the policy of OWN, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to their race, age, color, physical handicap or disability, military service record, religion, sex, national origin or any other categorization protected by law, and to promote the full realization of equal employment opportunity through a positive continuing program.