Survey Technician

Pennoni; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

PTO

Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Pennoni in Princeton, NJ is hiring a Survey Technician to join our land surveying team in a full-time, direct role at our Princeton office.

The position supports the office by processing data and producing final deliverables, assisting both office and field staff under supervision.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning survey operations, CAD drafting in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and QA of field outputs while adhering to safety and professional standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher.
• Prior surveying or construction experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn survey operations.
• Strong math and CAD familiarity.
• Ability to read engineering plans.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Process survey data with Trimble Business Center and CAD standards.
• Monitor field crew production and provide QA support.
• Research maps, land records, and title reports.
• Prepare cadastral maps and plats from field data using CAD.
• Perform initial QC of field deliverables.
• Coordinate with supervisor to meet client requirements.
• Assist as field technician to complete survey work.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients and coworkers.
• Follow safety and security procedures.

Skills

AutoCAD

MS Office

Geometry

Trigonometry

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Tools

Trimble Business Center

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

We are hiring for a Survey Technician to join our team on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Princeton, NJ. The Survey Technician supports the land surveying team by processing incoming data and producing final project deliverables. In this entry-level role, you will provide office production support across survey activities and assist both office and field staff under the direction of the Senior Survey Project Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

• Process survey data using Trimble Business Center and current CAD standards; evaluate accuracy and ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable professional standards under the direction of your supervisor and a licensed professional
• Monitor field crew production and provide quality assurance support
• Research historical maps, land records, prior surveys, and title reports
• Prepare cadastral maps, existing-conditions plans, and plats from field and office data using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Perform initial quality control of field deliverables in accordance with standards and best practices
• Coordinate with your supervisor to ensure client-specific requirements are met
• Assist as a field technician, as needed, to complete survey fieldwork
• Maintain professional, productive working relationships with clients and coworkers
• Follow established safety and security procedures

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or higher

Preferred Attributes

• Prior experience in land surveying, consulting, or the construction industry preferred
• Ability and willingness to learn survey operations, principles, and practices
• Working knowledge of engineering plans and construction documents
• Understanding of office workflow processes and problem-solving techniques
• Strong computer and technical skills; AutoCAD or similar applications are a plus
• Proficiency in technical math, geometry, and trigonometry
• Basic oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

TARGET HOURLY RANGE: $20 - $40 (per year)

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical/Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Maternity Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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