Survey Technician

WSP; Valhalla (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Survey Technician at a forward-thinking company, where you'll engage in a variety of survey projects across multiple sectors. This full-time role involves producing survey plans, processing data, and collaborating with field staff to ensure project success. Ideal candidates will thrive in a supportive environment that values safety, ethical decision-making, and professional development. With comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about land surveying and eager to make an impact in their field.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Time Off for Bereavement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in land surveying and geospatial services.
• Experience in drafting programs and survey data processing.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform survey office work under management guidance.
• Produce survey plans and deliverables.
• Interact with clients and represent the company professionally.

Skills

Land Surveying

Geospatial Services

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microstation InRoads

Leica Infinity

Microsoft Office Word

Microsoft Office Excel

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently searching for a Survey Technician to join our Survey Geomatics team out of our Valhalla, NY/ Lawrenceville, NJ offices. Be a part of a growing group of survey professionals working on a wide variety of internal and external projects and help our clients meet their objectives and solve their challenges.

Your Impact

• This is a full-time position performing survey office work in a production role under the guidance of the management team.
• Candidates may also work with and provide guidance to Field Staff when needed.
• Candidates will work with one of our survey teams out of either our Valhalla NY or Lawrenceville NJ office.
• Candidates will be responsible for the production of survey plans and other deliverables, prepare setup files for field crews, perform research, compile records, process and review survey data, make initial boundary placement determinations and initial adjustments to survey control for review by the management team prior to approval by a PLS.
• Candidates will utilize a variety of drafting programs, survey data processing programs, project tracking programs, Microsoft office products, and other types of software on a daily basis.
• Candidates can expect to work on a wide variety of survey projects in different sectors such as commercial, transportation, environmental, industrial, institutional, and energy projects.
• Candidates may interact with clients by email, phone, or during meetings and need to represent WSP in a positive and professional manner.
• Candidates may be asked to perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required but ideal candidates will have obtained higher education in the field of land surveying or an associated field.
• 5+ years of experience in the field of land surveying and geospatial services or 3+ years if the candidate has a degree in land surveying.
• Experience or training in the use of drafting programs and survey data processing programs.
• Possess a willingness to learn.
• Valid state driver’s license. Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and should be detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to work independently with supervision or as part of a team to complete office tasks related to land surveying.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and be willing to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
• Possess LSIT or CST certifications.
• Possess knowledge or training in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microstation InRoads, Leica Infinity, and Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Possess survey experience in both the field and office performing a variety of different types of survey work is a plus, especially in the greater New York City area and with the various public agencies that operate in this region.

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation: Expected Salary (all locations): $54,500 - $$89,900

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and may offer additional benefits and compensation, depending on circumstances and the type of work being performed not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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