Senior Technician (Land Survey)

Suburban Consulting Engineers, Inc; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm is seeking a Senior Technician (Land Survey) to perform advanced field and office surveying tasks. The ideal candidate will possess at least 3 years of land surveying experience and strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Responsibilities include conducting complex field surveys and preparing technical documents. This full-time position is based at one of the firm's NJ offices (Hackensack, Flanders, or Wall) and offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Minimum 3 years of land surveying experience needed.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe or Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex field surveys using GNSS and total stations.
• Research and interpret property records.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians.

Skills

Field and office survey practices

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Ability to work independently

Strong working knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Engineering, Land Surveying, or Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ESRI ArcGIS suite

Trimble Business Center

FARO Scene

Job description

Title: Senior Technician (Land Survey)
Reports to: Department Manager
Location: NJ Based (Flanders, Wall, or Hackensack, NJ)
Salary Range:$30–$38 /hr, based on experience and qualifications

Brief Description:

The Senior Technician (Land Survey) performs advanced field and office surveying tasks in support of a wide variety of land development and infrastructure projects. This role requires a strong technical foundation, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.

The Senior Technician is experienced in modern surveying technologies and workflows and may provide guidance or training to junior staff while adhering to established standards, procedures, and quality expectations.

Examples of work/duties:

• Field Surveying
  • Perform complex field surveys using GNSS, total stations, laser scanners, and UAS technologies
  • Conduct boundary and right-of-way surveys
  • Perform topographic, route, and bathymetric surveys
  • Set and recover survey control and monuments
  • Safely operate and maintain field equipment and company vehicles
• Office & Technical Work
  • Research and interpret property records including deeds, plats, easements, and other legal documents
  • Prepare and plot survey data, record information, and maps using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
  • Assist in the preparation of legal descriptions under the direction of the professional in responsible charge
  • Draft accurate and complete survey deliverables such as drawings, base maps, reports, and exhibits
  • Perform and verify survey calculations and mathematical computations
  • Organize and maintain project files and documentation
• Team & Professional Responsibilities
  • Assist with training and mentoring junior technicians as needed
  • Communicate effectively with project managers and team members
  • Adapt to evolving technologies, software, and survey methodologies
  • Work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment

*Note: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. The responsibilities listed above are representative of the role but are not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties may vary based on project needs and operational requirements.

• Required
  • Valid driver's license
  • Minimum of 3 years of land surveying experience
  • Strong working knowledge of field and office survey practices
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe or Bluebeam
  • Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks efficiently
• Preferred
  • Associate degree in Engineering, Land Surveying, or Engineering Technology
  • Experience with one or more of the following:
    • ESRI ArcGIS suite (ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcOnline, ArcTools)
    • Trimble Business Center, GPS Pathfinder, RealWorks, SketchUp
    • FARO Scene, Leica Cyclone, 3DR Site Scan, or similar software
  • Certifications (Preferred)
    • NSPS Certified Survey Technician (Level II or higher)
    • OSHA 10-hour or higher

This is a full-time position located at one of our NJ Offices (Flanders, Wall, or Hackensack, NJ). The work hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. SCE offers excellent compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays for this position.