Land Surveyor / GIS Technician

Actalent; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent has an opening for a Land Surveyor / GIS Technician. This hybrid role blends field surveying with geospatial data management to support infrastructure and land development projects.

Responsibilities include collecting field data, producing survey drawings, and maintaining GIS databases. The ideal candidate will have a degree in surveying or geomatics and hands-on experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS software, and surveying equipment such as Leica/Topcon.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience performing land surveying and field data collection.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and survey drafting.
• Experience using Leica, Topcon, GPS/GNSS, or similar surveying equipment.
• Experience with GIS software, preferably Esri ArcGIS Pro/ArcGIS Online.
• Understanding of coordinate systems and mapping principles.
• Ability to interpret survey records, plats, deeds, and legal descriptions.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform topographic, boundary, right-of-way, construction layout, and as-built surveys.
• Collect field data using Leica, Topcon, GPS/GNSS, and UAVs.
• Establish survey control points and verify property boundaries.
• Maintain field notes and survey documentation.
• Prepare survey drawings including plats and easement exhibits.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and project managers.

Skills

Field surveying

GIS mapping

Data accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Leica equipment

Topcon equipment

GPS/GNSS

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

QGIS

Carlson Survey

MicroStation

Drone data processing

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Land Surveyor / GIS TechnicianJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Land Surveyor / GIS Technician to support surveying, mapping, and land development projects through a combination of field surveying, office drafting, and geospatial data management. This hybrid role is ideal for candidates who enjoy both fieldwork and technology-driven mapping solutions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting land surveys, collecting and processing field data, preparing survey drawings, and maintaining GIS databases and mapping products. Working closely with surveyors, engineers, planners, and project managers, this individual will help transform survey data into accurate engineering and geospatial deliverables that support infrastructure, transportation, land development, utility, and municipal projects.

ResponsibilitiesSurveying & Field Operations

• Perform topographic surveys, boundary surveys, right-of-way surveys, construction layout surveys, as-built surveys, and other land surveying tasks as required.
• Collect field data using Leica, Topcon, GPS/GNSS, UAV/drone technology, and other surveying equipment while ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Establish and verify survey control points and property boundaries.
• Maintain detailed field notes, records, and survey documentation.
• Assist with construction staking and project layout activities.
• Maintain survey equipment and ensure calibration and functionality.

GIS & Geospatial Mapping

• Create, update, and maintain GIS databases, spatial datasets, and mapping applications.
• Develop and produce maps, exhibits, and geospatial analyses for engineering, land development, transportation, utility, and municipal projects.
• Integrate survey, GPS, aerial imagery, LiDAR, and engineering data into GIS platforms.
• Perform spatial analysis to support planning, permitting, infrastructure management, and environmental initiatives.
• Manage coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data quality standards.
• Support asset inventory, utility mapping, and parcel management projects.

Office & Technical Responsibilities

• Download, process, and manage survey data using AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software.
• Prepare survey drawings including topographic maps, boundary plats, construction layouts, easement exhibits, and as-built plans.
• Conduct research of deeds, plats, easements, land records, and right-of-way information.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, survey crews, and drafting staff to support project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with surveying standards, GIS best practices, and project specifications.
• Organize and maintain survey and geospatial data with a strong emphasis on accuracy and data integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Geography, GIS, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience performing land surveying and field data collection.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and survey drafting.
• Experience using Leica, Topcon, GPS/GNSS, or similar surveying equipment.
• Experience with GIS software, preferably Esri ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, or related platforms.
• Understanding of coordinate systems, geospatial datasets, and mapping principles.
• Ability to interpret survey records, plats, deeds, and legal descriptions.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of attention to detail and data accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License or Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification.
• GIS Professional (GISP) certification.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, QGIS, or similar platforms.
• Experience processing GPS/GNSS, LiDAR, drone/UAV, or photogrammetry data.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D, Carlson Survey, MicroStation, or related design software.
• Experience supporting utility, transportation, municipal, environmental, or land development projects.
• Familiarity with ALTA/NSPS surveys and right-of-way mapping.

Work Environment

This position offers a dynamic blend of field and office work, allowing employees to utilize both traditional surveying skills and modern geospatial technologies. Team members work collaboratively in a close-knit environment alongside surveyors, engineers, GIS professionals, and designers to support a variety of infrastructure and land development projects.

Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with opportunities to work on diverse projects that combine field surveying, GIS mapping, data analysis, and engineering support. The organization provides competitive c