Survey Tech / Crew Chief

Selectek; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectek is looking for Civil Survey Technicians and Crew Chiefs in Madison, Wisconsin, to oversee and support field survey operations.

The role includes performing a variety of land development surveys, managing survey equipment, and ensuring high-quality deliverables, along with opportunities for leadership and project coordination. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. A salary range of $50,000 - $110,000 is available based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys including boundary and construction layout surveys.
• Set up and operate survey equipment such as GPS and total stations.
• Lead and mentor survey crews in the field.

Skills

Field survey operations

Survey equipment operation

Data management & QA/QC

Communication with stakeholders

Leadership in field crews

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Trimble or similar survey equipment

CAD/GIS software

Job description

Selectek is seeking multiple Civil Survey Technicians / Crew Chiefs to support and/or lead field survey operations for a variety of land development and construction projects. This role can be structured for entry-level technicians or experienced crew chiefs, with responsibilities scaling based on experience level.

The ideal candidate will assist with or oversee field data collection, manage survey equipment, and ensure accurate, high-quality survey deliverables while working closely with project managers and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Field Survey Operations

• Perform field surveys including: Boundary, ALTA, topographic, right-of-way, and construction layout surveys
• Set up and operate survey equipment such as GPS, total stations, and laser scanners
• Collect, record, and verify accurate field data

Layout & Control

• Establish control points, benchmarks, and survey layouts
• Perform construction staking, grade checks, and as-built verification

Data Management & QA/QC

• Maintain field notes, photos, and daily reports
• Download and organize survey data for field-to-office workflows
• Perform quality control checks to ensure data accuracy and completeness

Project Coordination (Crew Chief-Level)

• Collaborate with project managers and engineers on project planning, timelines, and scope
• Communicate field progress, issues, and site conditions with stakeholders

Leadership & Mentorship (Crew Chief-Level)

• Lead and supervise survey crews in the field
• Assign tasks, provide direction, and ensure adherence to procedures
• Train and mentor survey technicians

Equipment & Safety

• Maintain and calibrate survey equipment and company vehicles
• Follow and enforce safety procedures and identify potential hazards

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites
• Ability to work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions

Preferred

• CST (Certified Survey Technician), SIT, or PLS certification
• Experience with Trimble or similar survey equipment and software
• Exposure to CAD/GIS and survey data processing workflows

Job Order Details

• Perform field surveys including: Boundary, ALTA, topographic, right-of-way, and construction layout surveys
• Set up and operate survey equipment such as GPS, total stations, and laser scanners
• Collect, record, and verify accurate field data

Sponsorship: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Pay range: $50,000 - $110,000 (if the candidate has a PLS, they would be at the higher salary)

Location of job: Madison, Milwaukee, Sheboygan or Appleton

Hours and shift: 1stshift/ onsite only

Work from home/remote: No

Travel: Mostly local

Work attire: Business Casual

Does the client require a background check and drug test? Yes