Lead Survey Crew Chief — Idaho Infrastructure Projects

Civil Science; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

3 weeks PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

401K plan

Job summary

Civil Science is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations in eastern and southern Idaho. You will supervise one- to two-person crews, perform construction staking, boundary, topographic, and design surveys, and use Trimble GPS and robotic total stations to deliver high-quality data.

The role involves collaboration with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients, mentoring junior staff, and occasional travel to supported sites in Twin Falls or Idaho

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional survey field experience.
• Experience leading survey crews or managing field operations.
• Proficiency with Trimble GPS, robotic total stations, and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead field survey crews on transportation, infrastructure, and public works projects across Idaho.
• Perform construction staking, boundary, topographic, and design surveys with Trimble gear.
• Collect, process, and verify survey data ensuring quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to deliver projects.

Skills

Lead survey crews

Field problem solving

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Outdoor work

Education

Associate degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Bachelor's degree preferred

PLS licensure a plus

Tools

Trimble GPS

Robotic Total Stations

Trimble Business Center

Civil 3D

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Civil Science is seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to lead field survey operations in eastern and southern Idaho. You will supervise one- to two-person crews, perform construction staking, boundary, topographic, and design surveys, and use Trimble GPS and robotic total stations to deliver high-quality data.

The role involves collaboration with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients, mentoring junior staff, and occasional travel to supported sites in Twin Falls or Idaho