Survey Field Technician

GAI Consultants, Inc.

Canonsburg (Washington County)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 65,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Market-based compensation

Performance bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Company-paid short-term and long-term

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Survey Field Technician to join our Pittsburgh Power & Energy Market Sector. You will work in a team-oriented environment supporting professional growth and development, performing field surveying and data collection.

The role emphasizes safety, ability to travel up to 95% during weekdays, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating survey equipment such as total stations and data collectors. A HS diploma and a valid Driver's License are required.

Qualifications

2–3+ years of field surveying experience
Must have a valid Driver’s License
Strong understanding of survey nomenclature and data transfer processes

Responsibilities

Lead effective safety talks and coordinate with office personnel
Set up tripods, levels and calibrate survey equipment
Perform horizontal/vertical measurements and ensure accuracy
Operate total stations and data collectors
Travel up to 95% and work outdoors in varying conditions

Skills

Safety talks

Coordination with office

Survey accuracy

GPS skills

Total stations

Data collection transfer

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Total stations

Data collectors

GPS equipment

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking a Survey Field Technician to work with our Pittsburgh Power & Energy Market Sector within our Power & Energy Business Unit. The successful candidate will enjoy working in a team-oriented environment that will support professional growth and development.

General Characteristics

Begins to develop advanced field operations skills; possesses computer skills, good visual and hearing skills, follows procedures; good organizational skills; working in weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, etc.); works with safety in mind, must be flexible with work hours and willingness to travel up to 100% during the week days and occasional weekend travel and/or work, able to do physically demanding work; ability to lift and carry between 25 and 50 lbs. routinely; ability to walk for lengthy periods.

Physical Requirements

Travel requirements: 95%
Travel details: Willingness to travel up to 100% during weekdays; Occasional weekend travel and/or work may also be required.
Lifting/maneuvering requirements: Up to 35lbs.
Exposure to outdoor elements: approximately 75% of the day
Walking long distances outdoors on uneven terrain: approximately 75% of the day
Operating mid-size or full-size trucks offroad in various weather conditions: approximately 75% of the day
Climbing, walking, bending, navigating construction landscapes: approximately 75% of the day

Minimum Experience

2-3+ Years of Experience

Education

H.S. Graduate

Certification/Licensure

Driver’s License

Technical Responsibilities

Leads effective safety talks, able to coordinate with office personnel on group assignments, Able to conduct QMS on survey activity for group including horizontal and vertical measurement accuracy, general understanding of coordinate geometry, Must know survey nomenclature, should understand how to download or transfer files from the data collector, able to operate total stations, data collector, etc.; intermediate GPS/Survey skills; ability to set up tri-pods, levels, solid understanding of equipment usage including calibration, and care of delicate and expensive equipment; must have a steady hand and allow for proper measurements required for survey technical work; must be able to occasionally work at heights in certain environmental conditions, wade through water; ride in a boat; swimming skills (Preferred); ability to safely use hand tools, etc.

Project and Task Management

Begins to lead tasks.

Management, Supervision and Guidance

Able to lead crews up to two other people.
Can work independently or lead crews when necessary.

Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership

Possesses effective oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff, communicates effectively with clients, field representatives, able to motivate others, ability to function positively in a team environment, able to keep teams working harmoniously.

Why GAI?

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You’ll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you’ll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you’ll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts. With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.

Benefits To Working at GAI Include:

Competitive Pay & Recognition