Survey Technician

Loenbro; Afton (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Training opportunities

EAP

Job summary

Loenbro is seeking a Survey Technician to support mission-critical construction projects, including hyperscale data centers and other complex infrastructure. You will perform field surveying, layout verification, and quality control measurements using Trimble equipment.

You will collaborate with project managers, engineers, BIM/VDC teams, and field crews to ensure accurate layout and documentation through all construction phases.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of construction surveying experience required.
• Experience on large-scale commercial/industrial projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking and layout for foundations, structural steel, equipment pads, underground utilities, roadways, electrical infrastructure, and building components.
• Operate and maintain Trimble total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, robotic instruments, and data collectors.
• Utilize Trimble Business Center (TBC), Trimble Access, Trimble Siteworks, and other survey software to process and manage field data.
• Interpret engineering drawings, BIM models, civil plans, utility plans, and specifications to establish project control points.
• Verify as-built conditions and perform QA/QC surveys throughout construction activities.
• Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control networks on active construction sites.
• Collaborate with project management and field operations teams to identify and resolve layout discrepancies.
• Generate survey reports, field notes, stakeout documentation, and as-built deliverables.
• Assist with reality capture activities using laser scanning, GPS technologies, and drone-based mapping programs when applicable.
• Ensure surveying activities align with project schedules while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy and safety.
• Support construction teams in fast-paced environments where schedule and precision drive success.

Skills

Survey principles

Read drawings

Quality control

Team collaboration

Field surveying

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Detail accuracy

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Surveying/Geomatics

OSHA certification

Tools

Trimble equipment

Trimble Business Center

Trimble Siteworks

Trimble Access

GNSS/GPS systems

Robotic Total Stations

Job description

Company: Loenbro, LLC
Business Unit/Department: South
Location: Afton, TX / On-site
Reports to: Project Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries, and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

Job Summary

As a Survey Technician, you will support mission-critical construction projects, including hyperscale data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other complex infrastructure developments. This roleis responsible forperforming field surveying, layout verification, quality control measurements, and construction staking activitiesutilizingTrimble survey equipment and software platforms.

The Survey Technician will work closely with project managers, superintendents, engineers, BIM/VDC teams, and craft professionals to ensureaccurateproject layout, alignment, and documentation throughout all phases of construction.

• Perform construction staking and layout for foundations, structural steel, equipment pads, underground utilities, roadways, electrical infrastructure, and building components.
• Operate andmaintainTrimbletotal stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, robotic instruments, and data collectors.
• Utilize Trimble Business Center (TBC), Trimble Access, Trimble Siteworks, and other survey software to process and manage field data.
• Interpret engineering drawings, BIM models, civil plans, utility plans, and specifications toestablishproject control points.
• Verify as-built conditions and perform quality assurance/quality control surveys throughout construction activities.
• Establish andmaintainhorizontal and vertical control networks on active construction sites.
• Collaborate with project management and field operations teams toidentifyand resolve layout discrepancies.
• Generate survey reports, field notes, stakeout documentation, and as-built deliverables.
• Assistwith reality capture activitiesutilizinglaser scanning, GPS technologies, and drone-based mapping programs when applicable.
• Ensure surveying activities align with project schedules whilemaintainingthe highest levels of accuracy and safety.
• Support construction teams in fast-paced mission-critical environments where schedule adherence and precision directlyimpactproject success.

Skills

• Working knowledge of survey principles,coordinatesystems, control networks, and construction layout procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Strong understanding of construction surveying methods and best practices.
• High attention to detail with exceptional measurement accuracy.
• Ability to work in dynamic, active construction environments.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet aggressive project schedules.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GEDrequired.
• Associate degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum2 years of construction surveying experiencerequired.
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or data center construction projects preferred.

Preferred:

• 3+ years of experience with Trimble surveying technologies.
• Proficiencywith:
• Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• Trimble Siteworks
• Trimble Access
• Trimble GNSS/GPS Systems
• Robotic Total Stations
• Experience integrating survey data with BIM/VDC workflows and Autodesk platforms.
• Familiarity with data center construction, electrical infrastructure, and mission-critical facilities.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, andlifting upto 50 pounds.
• Ability to travel to construction sites nationwide asrequired.
• Must wearrequiredpersonal protective equipment (PPE) andcomply withall safety regulations.
• Ability to safely navigate active construction sites, including mission-critical and industrial environments.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Acting with Urgency

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer