Survey Technician

Keeley-Construction-3; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeley Companies in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Survey Technician to lead field crews and perform topographic, construction staking, and land surveys. Responsibilities include operating GPS, total stations, levels, and data collectors, collecting precise measurements, and maintaining clear field notes and reports.

The role requires 3–5 years in land surveying, leadership experience, Trimble equipment proficiency, and a valid driver’s license. AutoCAD and MS Office skills are pluses.

Qualifications

• Leadership and communication skills for field supervision
• Attention to detail and accurate data collection
• Experience with field survey methods and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret plans and alignments
• Proficiency with GPS units, total stations, levels and data collectors
• Valid driver’s license with clean record

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a field survey crew for topographic, construction staking, and land surveys
• Set up and operate GPS, total stations, levels and surveying instruments
• Ensure accurate data collection: measurements, angles and elevations
• Keep detailed field notes, sketches and records of survey data and site conditions
• Coordinate daily tasks and schedules to meet project deadlines
• Communicate with project managers, clients, engineers and stakeholders on requirements and progress
• Interpret survey data and provide recommendations for design and construction
• Verify data accuracy and cross-check measurements for precision
• Identify and resolve field discrepancies or issues
• Ensure compliance with regulations, policies and safety standards
• Maintain, calibrate, and care for surveying equipment and tools
• Report equipment issues to the appropriate department
• Prepare and submit detailed survey reports with sketches, maps, and data files
• Maintain organized records of survey activities and findings
• Contribute to project plans, estimates and schedules

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Team coordination

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in surveying/geomatics/civil engineering

Tools

Trimble equipment

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Keeley Companies, we believe in empowering our people and fulfilling career aspirations. Keeley is a career destination with countless opportunities for advancement, and a world-class family culture that is centered around creating the best possible environment for our people to thrive.

We are looking to hire a Survey Technician for our growing Geospatial Group in St. Louis, MO.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a field survey crew in conducting topographic, construction staking, and other types of land surveys.
• Set up and operate GPS equipment, total stations, levels, and other surveying instruments.
• Ensure accurate data collection, including measurements, angles, and elevations.
• Conduct detailed field notes, sketches, and records to document survey data and site conditions.
• Coordinate daily tasks and schedules for the survey crew to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, engineers, and other stakeholders regarding project requirements and progress.
• Interpret survey data and provide recommendations for project design and construction.
• Ensure accuracy and precision of survey work, including verification of data and cross-checking of measurements.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies or issues encountered in the field.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and safety standards.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and calibration of surveying equipment and tools.
• Report any equipment issues or needs for replacement to the appropriate department.
• Prepare and submit detailed survey reports, including sketches, maps, and digital data files.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of survey activities and findings.
• Provide input into the preparation of project plans, estimates, and schedules.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Typically 3-5 years of experience in land surveying and/or construction layout, with at least 1-2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Electrical, Structural and Civil plan reading experience, a plus.
• AutoCAD and Microsoft office experience, a plus.
• Trimble equipment experience, required.
• Experience with a variety of survey types, including boundary, topographic, construction staking, and ALTA/NSPS surveys.
• Proficiency in using surveying equipment such as GPS units, total stations, levels, and data collectors.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage a team and coordinate with other stakeholders.
• Problem-solving abilities to address challenges that arise in the field.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and precision in data collection and reporting.

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