Survey Field Technician

Tait & Associates, Inc; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Life Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

TAIT invites aspiring Survey Field Technicians to join a team that works outside regularly, supporting boundary, topographic, and staking projects. You’ll operate robotic total stations, GPS, and CAD tools while coordinating with Party Chiefs and LSITs.

The role emphasizes accuracy, field data collection, and problem solving in varied weather and terrain. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of field survey experience, familiarity with Carlson/Leica equipment, and a willingness to work

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ field survey experience with various tools.
• Experience with Carlson Data Collection software is a plus.
• Experience with Subdivision/Tract/Parcel maps and Records of Survey.
• Experience setting up map sheets for map check and determining easements.
• Experience with ALTA and Topographic Surveys.

Responsibilities

• Visit job sites to collect accurate survey measurements and field data.
• Operate surveying equipment and set stakes and marks.
• Enter field data into computer systems and assist with maps.
• Support boundary establishment and processing field data with survey teams.
• Maintain field records and coordinate equipment maintenance.

Skills

Field survey experience

Carlson Data Collection

Robot Total Station

Leica Survey Equipment

ALTA / Topographic surveys

Boundary analysis

CAD C3D 2020

Team collaboration

Tools

Carlson Data Collection

Robot Total Station

Leica Equipment

CAD C3D 2020

Job description

Start Your Survey Career — Make Your Mark at TAIT

Why TAIT?

• Hands-On Fieldwork — Gain experience collecting accurate survey data across diverse job sites
• Modern Survey Tools — Work with robotic total stations, GPS, Carlson, Leica, and Civil 3D
• Real Project Impact — Support boundary, topographic, and staking projects
• Learn From Experts — Train alongside experienced survey professionals
• Grow with Purpose — Build your surveying knowledge and advance your career at TAIT

From field measurements to finished maps—start building your future at TAIT.

Role at a Glance

The Survey Field Technician works under the direction of a Party Chief, LSIT and/or Licensed Land Surveyor and prepares and follows project requirements. This position works outside extensively and can be exposed to all types of weather and outdoor conditions. This position will support our survey & engineering teams. The Survey Field technician is responsible for following the accuracy of the survey party’s assignments, making accurate measurements, and solving survey problems that may arise. This position will be expected to work well remotely with all necessary equipment, maintain survey equipment in storage and on the truck for use at each jobsite, coordinate any survey equipment maintenance, and on occasion work in the field independently. Our survey team supports public, private commercial, and industrial development projects.

What You’ll Do

• Visit job sites to collect accurate survey measurements and field data.
• Follow instructions and exercise sound judgment with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Operate robotic total stations and other surveying equipment.
• Set stakes, place survey marks, and locate existing survey monuments.
• Enter field data into computer systems.
• Assist with grade sheets, topographic maps, ALTA surveys, records of survey, and corner staking.
• Research and interpret maps, plans, deeds, easements, and right-of-way documents.
• Maintain field records, project files, equipment, and system updates.
• Communicate effectively with survey and engineering teams.
• Safely work outdoors on varied terrain and in all weather conditions.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in field survey work utilizing various survey tools and equipment.
• Previous experience with Carlson Data Collection software, Robot Total Station/GPS, and Leica Survey Equipment a plus
• Previous experience with preparation of Subdivision Maps including Tract Maps, Parcel Maps and Records of Survey.
• Experience in setting up map sheets for map check including closures, title review and interpreting required easements and dedications.
• Previous experience in working with Party Chiefs and Survey Parties to analyze boundary establishment and processing field data.
• Experience in the preparation of ALTA Surveys and Topographic Surveys.
• Become familiar with CAD to support others in field survey crew utilizing CAD C3D 2020; analyze boundary establishment and process field data; analyzing field data and converting to a final product including plotting of utility data.

Physical/Additional Requirements

• Ability to walk & stand on a daily basis, for 8+ hours/day while visiting numerous job site locations.
• Ability to carry, lift, and move survey equipment around job sites; load survey equipment on and off trucks each day; equipment weighing from 5lbs - 50lbs.
• Ability to drive a vehicle to numerous job sites each workday
• Ability to work outdoors on a daily basis encounter various weather conditions and uneven terrain
• Ability to effectively & professionally communicate with all team members, clients, and contractors on job sites.
• Ability to recognize and hear approaching traffic; awareness of environmental & job site surroundings (traffic, construction equipment, etc.
• Position will require an annual physical & fitness for duty exam with hearing test.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range for position: $52,000/yr. - $65,000/yr.

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

• Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
• Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
• Dental Plans with little to no deductible
• Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
• Company paid Life Insurance
• ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
• Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
• Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth and development.
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.

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