Survey Technician

Gilmore Assoc

Pennsylvania

On-site

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A local engineering firm is seeking a Full-Time Survey Technician in New Britain, PA. This role involves setting up surveying equipment, collecting data, and collaborating with engineers on projects. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and experience in Civil 3D. The position offers growth opportunities and competitive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

Experience in preparing boundary, topographic, and as-built survey plans.
Ability to create surfaces and produce elevation contours for topographic surveys.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate surveying equipment in the field.
Measure distances, angles, and elevations accurately.
Conduct site research to gather essential geographic information.

Skills

Surveying equipment operation

Data collection and documentation

Civil 3D experience

Microsoft Suite proficiency

AutoCAD understanding

Organizational skills

Oral and written communication

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Drafting and Design Technology

Job description

Join Gilmore and Associates as a Full-Time Survey Technician and immerse yourself in an engaging environment that thrives on innovation and excellence. Located in New Britain, PA, this onsite role offers you the opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge technology while collaborating with a dynamic team of forward thinkers. You'll be at the forefront of engineering projects, contributing to real-world solutions that make a difference. With a flexible and high-performance culture, you'll find ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. You can get great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. The chance to enhance your skills in a supportive atmosphere and be part of a company that values your contributions makes this position truly exciting!

Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey with us.

Make a difference as a Survey Technician

As a Full-Time Survey Technician at Gilmore and Associates, you\'ll have the opportunity to engage in a variety of daily tasks that contribute to our engineering projects. You will be responsible for setting up and operating surveying equipment in the field, ensuring accurate data collection. Your day will involve measuring distances, angles, and elevations, while also conducting site research to gather essential geographic information. Collaboration is key; you will work closely with engineers and project managers to assist in preparing survey reports and maps based on your findings. You\'ll also maintain and troubleshoot surveying tools to ensure optimal performance.

Attention to detail and a commitment to excellence are crucial as you document data meticulously and support the team in delivering high-quality results. Embrace the challenge of exploring new terrains while helping to shape our engineering innovations!

Does this sound like you?

To thrive as a Full-Time Survey Technician at Gilmore and Associates, you\'ll need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. A high school diploma or G.E.D. is essential, along with survey or design drafting experience, particularly in Civil 3D, with field experience being a plus.

Your daily duties will require you to prepare boundary, topographic, and as-built survey plans, so familiarity with creating surfaces and producing elevation contours is crucial. The role demands exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, coupled with a proactive approach to responsibilities. Strong oral and written communication abilities are important for composing reports and interacting with professionals and public officials.

Additionally, you should demonstrate ethical behavior and honesty while working independently or as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and AutoCAD is essential, along with an understanding of land surveying principles and the ability to manage field data effectively.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

Prepare boundary, topographic, as-built and other types of survey plans
Create surfaces and produce elevation contours for topographic surveys
Prepare metes and bounds descriptions, description exhibits, as-built record drawings, etc.
Report pertinent progress information to Surveying Services Manager
Essential Qualifications: