SURVEY TECHNICIAN

Nox Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nox Group is seeking a Survey Technician to perform field survey, layout, and data collection to support construction operations at project sites in Texas. You will work under the Survey Superintendent, ensuring accurate layouts for equipment, conduit, trenching, and structural supports, with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires experience with Trimble RTS and GPS equipment, ability to read civil drawings, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in survey, layout, or related construction field work preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, civil plans, and basic BIM/CAD layouts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field layout activities using Trimble RTS and GPS equipment under the direction of the Survey Superintendent.
• Set up, localize, and maintain survey equipment to project control points and verify calibration accuracy.
• Execute layout tasks for equipment pads and foundation locations.
• Execute layout tasks for trench routing, depth, and slope verification.
• Execute layout tasks for underground and overhead conduit pathways.
• Execute layout tasks for openings, racks, hangers, and other structural elements requiring layout precision.
• Collect and record as-built data for installed components.
• Verify layout accuracy through field checks, checklist, and coordination with BIM/CAD models and the project VDC team.
• Support the project team in transferring layout data between Trimble equipment and design models.
• Assist in organizing survey data files, control points, and field documentation.
• Report discrepancies or field challenges to the Survey Superintendent or project management for resolution.
• Maintain cleanliness, calibration, and functionality of all Trimble RTS and GPS equipment and accessories.
• Follow company and project safety procedures for survey and layout activities within active construction zones.
• Participate in daily and weekly project meetings as needed to understand upcoming layout needs.
• Provide feedback to improve layout workflows, documentation, and field coordination processes.

Skills

Reading construction drawings

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Trimble RTS

GPS devices

Job description

At Nox Group, we are dedicated to humanizing construction!Our enterprise owns and operates Corbins, RMCI, Nox Innovations, and Construction Labels. Our teammates, partners, and customers can expect that we genuinely care to serve them and look out for their best interests. As one of the fastest-growing industrial construction enterprises in the US and an industry leader in data centers, manufacturing, semiconductor, and water/wastewater treatment facilities, we continually look for people who are excited about personal growth and can contribute to our mission of being empowered thought leaders boldly changing the construction industry.

The Survey Technician is responsible for performing field survey, layout and data collection activities using Trimble RTS and GPS equipment to support construction operations. Working under the direction of the Survey Superintendent, this position ensures that layouts for equipment, conduit, trenching, and structural supports are accurate, documented, and aligned with project design intent. The Survey Technician plays a key role in maintaining project quality, accuracy, and efficiency while upholding all safety and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily field layout activities using Trimble RTS and GPS equipment under the direction of the Survey Superintendent.


• Set up, localize, and maintain survey equipment to project control points and verify calibration accuracy.


• Execute layout tasks for:
  
  
  
  • Equipment pads and foundation locations
  
  
  • Trench routing, depth, and slope verification
  
  
  • Underground and overhead conduit pathways
  
  
  • Openings, racks, hangers, and other structural elements requiring layout precision
  
  
  • Field verification of correct installation prior to backfill
  
  
  
  


• Collect and record as-built data for installed components.


• Verify layout accuracy through field checks, checklist, and coordination with BIM/CAD models and the project VDC team.


• Support the project team in transferring layout data between Trimble equipment and design models.


• Assist in organizing survey data files, control points, and field documentation.


• Report discrepancies or field challenges to the Survey Superintendent or project management for resolution.


• Maintain cleanliness, calibration, and functionality of all Trimble RTS and GPS equipment and accessories.


• Follow company and project safety procedures for survey and layout activities within active construction zones.


• Participate in daily and weekly project meetings as needed to understand upcoming layout needs.


• Provide feedback to improve layout workflows, documentation, and field coordination processes.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in survey, layout, or related construction field work preferred.


• Working knowledge of Trimble RTS and GPS systems, data collection, and layout procedures; training provided as needed.


• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, civil plans, and basic BIM/CAD layouts.


• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.


• Ability to walk or stand on job sites for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.


• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Safety Level

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug test and background check will apply.

• The inherent responsibilities of your role may include physical working conditions. In order to safely and successfully perform job duties you must be able to:

  
  
  
  
  • Potentially lift up to 50 pounds
  
  
  • Potentially need to do repeated pushing, pulling, carrying, reaching (or working above shoulder), walking, standing, sitting, stooping, kneeling, bending, and climbing
  
  
  • Potentially operate a motor vehicle, crane, tractor, etc.
  
  
  
  



• We reserve the right to continually monitor your ability to safely and successfully complete these inherent physical responsibilities and take action as deemed appropriate in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA)

It has been and continues to be the long-standing policy of any Nox Group operating company to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nox Group and all of its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.