Survey Technician

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Day-one benefits

401(k) with company match

Performance bonuses

Career growth

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) invites qualified candidates to join our Bridgeport, West Virginia surveying team.

As a Survey Technician, you will participate in field data collection, boundary and topographic surveys, and stakeout activities under experienced supervision. You'll gain hands-on experience with modern survey equipment, contribute to project deliverables, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary office.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related survey, construction, or site inspection experience or equivalent educational experience.
• Experience or knowledge of ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey preferred.
• High school diploma required.
• Associates or Bachelors in Survey Engineering, Geomatic Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with topographic and boundary surveys to support land development, infrastructure, and construction projects
• Support construction stakeout activities to help accurately position new facilities and site improvements
• Learn to operate modern survey equipment and data collection technology
• Record field data, prepare field sketches, and assist with survey documentation
• Utilize surveying software and tools to gather, retrieve, and interpret field data
• Perform basic survey calculations and support project deliverables
• Collaborate with survey crews and project teams to ensure accurate and timely project completion
• Support additional survey field activities as needed

Skills

Field data collection

Survey software

Driver's license

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor in Survey Engineering/Geomatic

Tools

Survey equipment

Survey software

Job description

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking a Survey Technician to join our growing team in Bridgeport, West Virginia. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience supporting land surveying projects throughout the region while working alongside experienced professionals in a field‑based environment.

Our Bridgeport office is one of the region's largest multidisciplinary engineering offices, bringing together more than 130 engineers, scientists, surveyors, and technical professionals. As part of our survey team, you'll work on a variety of projects ranging from boundary and topographic surveys to construction stakeout and site development projects while gaining exposure to multiple industries throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region.

As a 100% employee‑owned firm, CEC offers a unique opportunity to build long‑term wealth while developing valuable technical and field skills. We provide a steady workload, opportunities to expand your skillset, and a clear path for career advancement within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with topographic and boundary surveys to support land development, infrastructure, and construction projects
• Support construction stakeout activities to help accurately position new facilities and site improvements
• Learn to operate modern survey equipment and data collection technology
• Record field data, prepare field sketches, and assist with survey documentation
• Utilize surveying software and tools to gather, retrieve, and interpret field data
• Perform basic survey calculations and support project deliverables
• Collaborate with survey crews and project teams to ensure accurate and timely project completion
• Support additional survey field activities as needed

What We Offer

• 100% employee‑owned firm with access to ownership opportunities beginning within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including performance bonuses and employee ownership
• 55% of company profits distributed through employee bonuses
• Clear career path with mentorship and opportunities for professional growth
• Exposure to a diverse mix of surveying, engineering, and infrastructure projects
• Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
• Collaborative environment that supports learning, cross‑training, innovation, and career development
• 1+ years of related survey, construction, or site inspection experience or equivalent educational experience
• Experience or practical knowledge of ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey's preferred
• Highschool diploma required
• Associates or Bachelors in Survey Engineering, Geomatic Engineering, or other related field preferred
• Willingness to work independently in the field, in varying weather conditions, with strict adherence to operating procedures and safety policies
• Valid Driver's License
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) in the U.S. without sponsorship

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small‑firm work environment with large‑firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical dental, and vision insurance; short and long‑term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work‑life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.