Precision Field Survey Technician

Fermilab; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 67,022,000 - 81,722,000; Full time

Job summary

Fermilab is seeking a Surveyor to perform high-precision surveying and field metrology in surface and underground construction projects. You will establish control networks, verify measurements, and translate design intent from drawings and BIM models into precise field execution.

The role requires an associate degree with 3+ years of experience, proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS, LiDAR, and software like SpatialAnalyzer, Cyclone, and Trimble Business Center.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or related field plus three or more years of experience.
• Experience using survey, metrology, design, and data-processing software such as SpatialAnalyzer, Cyclone, CloudCompare, Trimble Business Center, Leica Infinity, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar platforms.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to access work locations across surface and underground construction environments.
• Ability to work in varying field conditions and support extended or rotating shifts as required by project needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision surveying and field metrology for construction and installation.
• Establish and maintain survey control networks, benchmarks, and alignment references.
• Layout and stake excavation, structural work, utilities, and mechanical/electrical systems.
• Verify QC points to confirm alignment and elevation before activities.
• Operate total stations, GPS/GNSS, laser scanners, LiDAR, and other precision instruments.
• Consider environmental factors to maintain measurement accuracy in the field.
• Interpret drawings, specs, and BIM models to translate design into field execution.
• Perform as-built surveys and generate detailed reports and maps.
• Identify discrepancies between docs, BIM, and field conditions; escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers, managers, and contractors to support constructability and compliance.
• Ensure activities meet safety, tolerances, QA/QC standards.
• Work in surface and underground environments and support rotating shifts.

Skills

Total stations

GPS/GNSS

LiDAR

BIM models

Education

Associate degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering technology, or related field

Tools

SpatialAnalyzer

Cyclone

CloudCompare

Trimble Business Center

Leica Infinity

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Fermilab is seeking a Surveyor to perform high-precision surveying and field metrology in surface and underground construction projects. You will establish control networks, verify measurements, and translate design intent from drawings and BIM models into precise field execution.

The role requires an associate degree with 3+ years of experience, proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS, LiDAR, and software like SpatialAnalyzer, Cyclone, and Trimble Business Center.