Senior Survey Technician: Autonomy in Field & Office

Oregonite; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DOWL is seeking a highly skilled Survey Technician 4 to join our Survey and Geomatics team in Reno. You will support licensed surveyors on a broad range of field and office tasks, including topographic and boundary surveys, mapping, and 3D scanning, contributing to high-quality project delivery.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong organization, and the ability to work independently on complex tasks under supervision. Collaboration and guidance from senior team members are integral to success.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 6 years of experience in surveying or related field
• Proficient with field surveys and office production tasks
• Strong understanding of survey fundamentals and industry standards
• Ability to learn new tools and methods quickly

Responsibilities

• Support licensed surveyors on field and office tasks
• Perform topographic and boundary surveys
• Produce field notes and basic construction layouts
• Lead a small team on moderately complex tasks
• Mentor junior staff and ensure project quality

Skills

Detail-oriented

Solutions-driven

Autonomy

Leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Access

CAD processing software

Point Cloud extraction

Survey field equipment

Job description

DOWL is seeking a highly skilled Survey Technician 4 to join our Survey and Geomatics team in Reno. You will support licensed surveyors on a broad range of field and office tasks, including topographic and boundary surveys, mapping, and 3D scanning, contributing to high-quality project delivery.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong organization, and the ability to work independently on complex tasks under supervision. Collaboration and guidance from senior team members are integral to success.