Survey Technician

Pinnacle Engineering Group; Dundee Township (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Transportation infrastructure exposure

Job summary

Pinnacle Engineering Group in Illinois is seeking a motivated Survey Technician to assist licensed surveyors with field and office surveying tasks. You will collect accurate field data, operate GPS, total station, and data collectors, and support survey calculations and documentation on diverse projects.

This entry-level role offers hands-on training, growth opportunities, and exposure to transportation infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license.
• CST certification preferred.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize survey field equipment (GPS, total station, electronic level, data collectors).
• Learn surveying field practice and procedures from senior survey staff.
• Assist survey crews with field data collection for boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, record drawing surveys and construction staking services.
• Basic ability to read and interpret survey maps, plats and drawings.
• Record field notes, sketches, and electronic data clearly and accurately.
• Locate and mark property corners, benchmarks, and control points.
• Perform basic survey calculations and data processing under supervision.
• Assist with downloading, organizing, and reviewing field data.

Skills

Data collection

Field data recording

Reading maps/drawings

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Pinnacle Engineering Group is seeking a motivated and ready-to-learn Survey Technician to assist with field and office surveying activities. The Survey Technician supports licensed surveyors and survey crews by collecting accurate field data, operating surveying equipment, and assisting with survey calculations and documentation. This role may involve both field and office work depending on experience and project needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative team environment with experienced professional
• Exposure to impactful transportation infrastructure projects

Duties And Responsibilities

• Utilize survey field equipment (GPS, total station, electronic level, data collectors).
• Learn surveying field practice and procedures from senior survey staff.
• Assist survey crews with field data collection for boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, record drawing surveys and construction staking services.
• Basic ability to read and interpret survey maps, plats and drawings.
• Record field notes, sketches, and electronic data clearly and accurately.
• Locate and mark property corners, benchmarks, and control points.
• Perform basic survey calculations and data processing under supervision.
• Assist with downloading, organizing, and reviewing field data.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• CST certification (preferred).
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience (preferred).