Survey Field Technician - Hands-On Growth & Impact

AKS Engineering & Forestry; Keizer (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

AKS Engineering & Forestry is hiring a Survey Field Technician to join our field teams. You will work with project surveyors, field crews, and engineers on public and private projects, gaining hands‑on experience and advancing your surveying career.

You should be ready for early starts, safety‑driven work, and on‑the‑job training. A valid OR/WA driver's license and ability to pass a drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to start at 6:00 a.m. and work overtime to meet deadlines.
• Must have a valid OR or WA driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Willingness to learn on the job and pass safety protocols.
• Ability to pass urinalysis drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform physically demanding work including packing equipment, pounding hubs, and clearing brush.
• Receive hands‑on training with survey instruments and data tools.
• Operate survey equipment as part of project teams.
• Support data collection efforts and safety compliance.
• Occasionally travel out of town for projects.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team player

Early start availability

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

Drug screening eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in civil/forest engineering or geomatics (nice to have)

Job description

AKS Engineering & Forestry is hiring a Survey Field Technician to join our field teams. You will work with project surveyors, field crews, and engineers on public and private projects, gaining hands‑on experience and advancing your surveying career.

You should be ready for early starts, safety‑driven work, and on‑the‑job training. A valid OR/WA driver's license and ability to pass a drug screen are required.