LiDAR Technician I

WGI; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

WGI is seeking a LiDAR Technician I to join our Geospatial team across Orlando, West Palm Beach, and Winter Garden, FL. We welcome 0–3 years of LiDAR/remote sensing experience and a foundational understanding of geospatial data concepts through a role focused on data collection, processing, and deliverables.

You will assist the Survey Project Manager, operate LiDAR hardware, manage datasets, and contribute to project QA/QC while collaborating with field crews and office staff.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, GIS or related field.
• 0–3 years of LiDAR/remote sensing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with point cloud processing workflows and software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mobile, static terrestrial, and UAS LiDAR data collection.
• Operate LiDAR equipment and survey hardware, and document collection.
• Support GPS/GNSS initialization and field calibration checks.
• Process raw LiDAR data under supervision and QA/QC reviews.
• Deliverables include point clouds, imagery, and breaklines.
• Coordinate with field crews to meet schedules and safety procedures.

Skills

LiDAR basics

GPS GNSS

Geospatial concepts

Education

Geomatics degree

Bachelor's preferred

Tools

TopoDOT

RiPROCESS

MicroStation

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

We are seeking a LiDAR Technician I with 0-3 years with basic understanding of LiDAR, GPS/GNSS, remote sensing, and geospatial data concepts to to join our Geospatial team in Orlando, West Palm Beach and Winter Garden, FL.

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond.

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team-player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today!

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PTO, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and Employee assistance program.

In this position, you will assist the Survey Project Manager in the execution of various public and private sector survey assignments. You will work with other technicians to complete small and large-scale projects.

Over the past several decades, WGI has delivered a variety of transportation projects including some of the largest and most complex interstate projects in the state of Florida. As a firm, we continue to grow and look forward to the opportunity to add dedicated professionals that are eager to work on exciting projects while utilizing the latest technology and software.

• Assist with mobile, static terrestrial, and UAS LiDAR field data collection operations
• Operate and maintain LiDAR collection equipment and associated survey hardware
• Assist with GPS/GNSS initialization, field calibration checks, and collection documentation
• Support daily field operations including traffic awareness, equipment setup, and adherence to safety procedures
• Download, organize, archive, and manage LiDAR and imagery datasets
• Process raw LiDAR and trajectory data under supervision
• Assist with point cloud classification, extraction, feature coding, and QA/QC reviews
• Generate deliverables including point clouds, imagery, breaklines, and mapping products
• Coordinate with field crews, project managers, and office technicians to meet project schedules
• Troubleshoot field and office hardware/software issues with guidance from senior staff
• Maintain project organization, naming conventions, and data management standards
• Work individually and as part of a collaborative team environment
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred
• Basic understanding of LiDAR, GPS/GNSS, remote sensing, and geospatial data concepts
• Familiarity with point cloud processing workflows preferred
• Experience with TopoDOT, RiPROCESS, POSPac, MicroStation, ArcGIS Pro, or similar software is a plus
• Strong computer and technical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to learn new software and workflows quickly
• Strong communication, writing, and organizational skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel moderately for field assignments
• Ability to work both outdoors and in an office environment

Preferred Certifications

• ASPRS Certified Mapping Technician (CMT) - LiDAR
• FAA Part 107 License
• Surveying internship or field experience

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas.

WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Physical Demands

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard and mouse. Use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, speak and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.