Lidar Technician I (Entry Level)

Surveying And Mapping, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC in Atlanta, GA seeks an entry level LiDAR Technician I to transform LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables. You will support projects nationwide and gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools while learning from senior staff.

Ideal candidates are eager to grow in geospatial careers, possess strong work ethic, and have solid MS Office skills; Microstation and TerraSolid experience are highly preferred. Equal employment opportunity applies.

Qualifications

• Eagerness to advance in a geospatial career and contribute to the team.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and accountability.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office Suite.
• Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Daily processing of geospatial data and ensuring compliance with project/industry standards.
• Classification of LiDAR point clouds.
• Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds.
• Compilation of mapping features from orthophotography.

Skills

Geospatial career interest

Strong work ethic

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Geospatial fundamentals training

Tools

MicroStation

TerraSolid

Job description

Surveying And Mapping, LLC

Lidar Technician I (Entry Level)

US-GA-Atlanta

Job ID: 26-7966

# of Openings: 3

Category: Aerial-GIS

Atlanta Aerial

Overview

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Responsibilities

At SAM, you’ll play a key role in transforming LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables that power tomorrow’s infrastructure. You'll support projects across the country and gain hands‑on experience with industry‑leading tools while learning from experts who are invested in your growth. This is a chance to build advanced technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and take your geospatial career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products
• Classification of LiDAR point clouds
• Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds
• Compilationof mapping features from orthophotography
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team
• Strong work ethic, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success
• Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite
• Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred
• Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
  • CAD
  • GIS
  • Orthophotography
  • LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)
  • LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
  • Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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