Survey Technician

KLJ; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and life ins.

Performance bonus

401k with company match

Employee stock ownership program

Job summary

KLJ is seeking an entry-level land surveying assistant in Rapid City to support a Registered Land Surveyor. You will assist with collecting data from legal records, perform boundary and site surveys, and generate clear documentation of findings.

The role requires adherence to safety and professional standards and may involve travel and flexible scheduling. Responsibilities include preparing maps, drawings, and reports with accuracy and attention to detail, under supervision, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Excellent research and evaluation skills with analytical mindset.
• Self-discipline with attention to detail and ability to learn new techniques.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, researching, and analyzing data from property/utility records, deeds, land/property titles, structural plans, and other land surveying activities.
• Use survey instruments to perform surveys on projects of varying complexity: boundary, existing condition, topographic, as-built, subdivision, hydrographic, and profile maps.
• Provide entry-level survey assistance ensuring accuracy and conformance with rules, standards, codes, and specifications.
• Assist with survey activities for projects of varying scope within a region.
• Generate complete, accurate documentation of site inspections and survey findings using photos, sketches, calculations, software, and reports.

Skills

Research and evaluation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Time management

Travel willingness

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SD Rapid City
809 Deadwood Ave
Rapid City, SD 57702, USA

SD Rapid City
809 Deadwood Ave
Rapid City, SD 57702, USA

Under direct supervision, provide support to the Registered Land Surveyor. Tasks will include performing land surveys and conducting research on various projects which may include mapping/drafting legal boundaries and the placement of structures, utilities, and installations. Generate accurate and concise documentation regarding assigned aspects of the project. Ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for uniformity, thoroughness, and legal compliance.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, assist with collecting, compiling, researching, and analyzing data from property/utility records, deeds, land/property titles, structural plans, and other land surveying activities.
• Under direct supervision, use survey instruments to perform various types of surveys on projects of varying complexity and/or scope, to include boundary, existing condition, topographic, as-built, subdivision, hydrographic, and profile maps.
• Provide entry-level survey assistance that accounts for accurate survey data, and determines conformance with applicable rules, standards, codes, boundaries, and construction specifications.
• Assist with survey activities for projects of varying scope and complexity within a region.
• Generate complete, accurate, and concise documentation related to site inspection and survey findings using photographs, sketches, calculations, software, spreadsheets, technical drawings, and reports.
• Complete training on assigned tasks.
• Comply with safety guidelines and site-specific procedures which include but are not limited to, location data, statistical documentation, studies, surveys, and construction.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds and resources.
• Adhere to standards of professional conduct and KLJ’s policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Excellent research and evaluation skills with analytical mindset.
• Self-disciplined with attention to detail, ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, and comply with company policies.
• Ability to work independently under supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workday or week.
• Occasional travel may be required depending upon project specific needs.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

The employee is regularly required to:

• Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Talk or hear and communicate clearly.

The employee must:

• Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to ten miles per day.
• Have the ability to work outdoors in the elements for the full day, year-round
• Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

What else you need to know

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive and other duties may be assigned. It is a description of the job as presently defined and is subject at any time to revision. This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

At KLJ, we have a vested interest in the personal, financial, and professional goals of our employees.

• We offer a competitive full suite benefit package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, performance bonus, 401k, employee stock ownership program and a flexible work environment that gives you options to support excelling both professionally and personally.

The options available for the current year are described at www.kljeng.com/careers/benefits .

All applicants must be authorized to work in the US, without employer-sponsorship. KLJ does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas and does not participate in any OPT training program.

KLJ will not be partnering with third-party recruiters on this position. Please review our third-party recruiting policy at www.kljeng.com/careers .

Position will be posted until filled.

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