Survey Technician

Sea Island Land Development; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Sea Island Land Development in Ravenel, SC is seeking a Survey Technician to support field survey operations, including topographic, as-built, and construction layout surveys. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, willing to learn, and able to work in a fast-paced construction environment.

You will operate GPS equipment, total stations, data collectors, and other surveying instruments, interpret plans, record field notes, and assist with staking and elevations on job sites while

Qualifications

• Experience in land surveying or construction surveying preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work outside in all weather conditions.
• Familiarity with surveying instruments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform field surveys for sitework and land development projects, including topographic, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Operate GPS equipment, total stations, data collectors, and other surveying instruments.
• Interpret civil site plans, engineering drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate field layout.
• Collect, record, and verify survey measurements, field notes, and data.
• Assist with construction staking and establishing elevations, grades, and reference points on job sites.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies while working on-site.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

GPS equipment

Total stations

Data collectors

Job description

Sea Island Land Development, a sitework and land development company based in Ravenel, SC, is seeking a Survey Technician to support field survey operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with construction staking, topographic surveys, and sitework. This role requires attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform field surveys for sitework and land development projects, including topographic, as-built, and construction layout surveys.
• Operate GPS equipment, total stations, data collectors, and other surveying instruments.
• Interpret civil site plans, engineering drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate field layout.
• Collect, record, and verify survey measurements, field notes, and data.
• Assist with construction staking and establishing elevations, grades, and reference points on job sites.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies while working on-site.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in land surveying or construction surveying preferred.
• Familiarity with GPS equipment, total stations, data collectors, and other surveying instruments is a plus.
• Basic understanding of construction plans, site layouts, elevations, and grading.
• Ability to collect accurate measurements and maintain organized field notes.
• Ability to work well with a team and communicate effectively with field personnel.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs and work outside in all weather conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• The best Paid Time Off (PTO) in the industry and 9+ Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Commitment to a work/life balance