LiDAR Technician I — Geospatial Data & Field Ops

Socket.dev; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

LTD & STD

Life Insurance

401k with match

PTO

Holidays

HSA with company contribution

Pet insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

WGI is seeking a LiDAR Technician I with 0-3 years of experience to support our Geospatial team in multiple locations, including West Palm Beach, FL. You will assist with LiDAR field data collection, GPS/GNSS setup, and data management while working under supervision in a collaborative environment.

The role involves operating LiDAR equipment, coordinating with field crews, and ensuring safety and quality across projects. A related degree and readiness to travel are preferred.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Strong communication

Strong writing

Organizational skills

Ability to travel

Problem solving

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Surveying, Engineering, or a related discipline preferred

Tools

TopoDOT

RiPROCESS

POSPac

MicroStation

ArcGIS Pro

Other similar software

Job description

WGI is seeking a LiDAR Technician I with 0-3 years of experience to support our Geospatial team in multiple locations, including West Palm Beach, FL. You will assist with LiDAR field data collection, GPS/GNSS setup, and data management while working under supervision in a collaborative environment.

The role involves operating LiDAR equipment, coordinating with field crews, and ensuring safety and quality across projects. A related degree and readiness to travel are preferred.