Survey Technician

Keeley Construction Group; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Companies in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Survey Technician to support our Geospatial Group. You will assist crew chiefs, set up survey equipment, collect data, and ensure accurate records for project delivery.

The role requires a degree in surveying or related field, or 3–5 years of experience, with familiarity in AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS platforms. Strong math, problem solving, and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in surveying or related field preferred or 3–5 years of experience in surveying.
• Experience in field survey operations and data collection is expected.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS platforms is a plus.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic mapping concepts is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Survey Crew Chiefs and Project Surveyors in field operations.
• Set up and maintain survey equipment including GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Collect measurements, maintain notes, and verify data accuracy.
• Support quality checks and mentor junior staff in surveying practices.
• Contribute to staking, boundary, topographic, and as-built surveys as needed.

Skills

Surveying concepts

Field measurements

Coordinate systems

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or related field

3-5 years of applicable experience in surveying, engineering, GIS, or construction

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS platforms

Survey data collection software

Job description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

We are looking to hire a Survey Technician for our growing Geospatial Group in St. Louis, MO.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist Survey Crew Chiefs and Project Surveyors in performing field survey operations.
• Set up, operate, and maintain survey equipment including GPS receivers, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Collect field measurements and maintain accurate survey notes and records.
• Verify measurements and assist in quality checks of collected data.
• Maintain survey equipment and report equipment issues to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with field and office personnel to support project delivery.
• Learn surveying standards, practices, and technology through field experience and mentorship.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support survey operations.
• Assist with construction staking, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and as-built surveys.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or a related field is a plus; Or 3-5 years of applicable experience is a plus.
• Internship, co-op, or previous experience in surveying, engineering, GIS, or construction is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
• Familiarity with survey data collection software and GIS platforms is a plus.
• Basic understanding of surveying principles, coordinate systems, and mapping concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies, workflows, and software applications.

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