Land Survey Technician

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Community involvement opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is looking for a dedicated Land Survey Technician to join our team in Overland Park, Kansas. The role involves collecting and verifying survey data, operating various surveying instruments, and assisting in preparing survey drawings. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and strong detail-oriented skills.

Join us to contribute to exciting projects while being part of a company that values teamwork, empowerment, and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; preferred Associate's or technical degree.
• Ability to learn surveying technology.
• Must be detail-oriented and possess critical thinking abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Physical stamina to work outdoors carrying equipment across all terrain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the OWN Experience focused on clients, safety, quality, and financial health.
• Collect, process, and verify survey data.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments to ensure accurate measurements.
• Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot survey equipment in the field.
• Collect topographic, boundary, and construction layout data as required.
• Assist in preparing survey drawings and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

High school diploma; Associate's or technical degree preferred

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.

When you join us, you can find your OWN way through:

1. Community. Giving of time, treasures, and talents to fulfill personal passions and show up in your community.
2. Empowerment. Our employees are given full reign and the trust to make decisions in the best interest of their clients and teams.
3. Flexibility. The freedom to be a professional. The freedom to be a person.
4. ESOP. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is owned 100% by employees – equitably, a fact most employee‑owned firms can’t claim.
5. Having fun. Laughing, jokes, high fives, celebrations – we take our work seriously but not ourselves.
6. 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.