Survey Field Technician II/Senior Field Technician

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation plan

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. is seeking a Survey Field Technician II to join our talented team in Ames, Iowa. This role offers a chance to work on community infrastructure projects with over 75 years of expertise. Responsibilities include planning survey activities, operating GPS equipment, and performing various surveying tasks. The ideal candidate should have an Associate's Degree and 3-8 years of related experience.

We value our employees and offer an exceptional benefits package, flexible schedules, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of related survey experience required.
• Certified Survey Technician Level II or capable of obtaining it within 6 months.
• Valid driver's license and insurability at standard rates required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize survey field activities.
• Operate robotic total stations and GPS equipment.
• Perform land surveying tasks including construction staking and boundary location.

Skills

Land Surveying Technology

Civil Engineering Technology

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent training

Tools

Robotic total stations

GPS equipment

Data collectors

Job description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Survey Field Technician II to join our Survey team in our Ames office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize survey field activities timely and accurately.
• Work as a one-person crew or lead a multi-person field crew.
• Operate robotic total stations, GPS equipment and data collectors.
• Perform field work for land surveying scopes of work including construction staking, boundary location, ALTA/ASCM, topography surveys and performing routine survey/engineering computations for various project types.
• Transfer files between data collectors and internal company project folders.
• Preparing construction documents and recording data in field books
• Maintain productive working relationships with all clients and coworkers.
• Include shoveling, lifting heavy objects, operating motor vehicles and small power equipment.
• Overnight travel will be required.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Land Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field from an accredited post-secondary institution OR equivalent training or experience.
• 3-8 years of related survey experience
• Certified Survey Technician Level II or capable of obtaining within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to perform tasks and solve problems with a high degree of independence.
• Excellent time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be insurable at the Firm's standard rates. A motor vehicle record (MVR) check is a standard condition of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry survey equipment and supplies in remote, rural, or urban surroundings.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk long distances

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Benefits

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affiantive Action Employer including disability and vets.