Survey Technician I

Merrick & Company; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Paid Time Off

Professional Training

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Merrick & Company’s Geomatics Business Unit seeks a Survey Instrument Operator based in Chamblee, GA. This field role involves operating total stations, GPS, scanners, and drones to support boundary, topographic, ALTAs, and construction layout surveys for public and private clients.

You’ll work under a Professional Land Surveyor and party chief, travel locally/regionally (Mon-Thu 10-hour days, Fridays off), and contribute to accurate field data collection while maintaining equipment and safety

Qualifications

• Must be willing and physically able to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Travel: work locally/regionally Mon-Thu; up to 1 week, occasionally 3 weeks.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record, insurable.

Responsibilities

• Utilize survey equipment (total station, tape measure, GPS, scanner, drone) to determine locations and elevations.
• Set stakes for boundaries, easements, construction, and other surveys.
• Cut and clear brush as needed with machete, brush hook or chain saw.
• Keep survey truck supplied with equipment and supplies; maintain vehicle and gear.
• Complete other duties as directed by Party Chief and Professional Land Surveyor.

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company has a nationally recognized Geomatics Business Unit that is immediately seeking a Survey Instrument Operator to be based out of our Chamblee, GA office, but will be a field position. Work week is Monday thru Thursday at 10 hours days with Fridays off.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Merrick & Company is seeking career and quality minded individuals for challenging projects including all types of Boundary, GPS, Photogrammetry, Easement/Right of Way, ALTAs, Topographic Surveys and Construction Layout. Successful candidate will work under direct supervision of a Professional Land Surveyor and party chief to complete surveys for various public and private clients including federal, state, and municipal institutions, developers, contractors, and private landowners.

• Utilize survey equipment (total station, tape measure, GPS, scanner, drone) to determine locations and elevations for various features.


• Set stakes for boundaries, easements, construction, and other surveys.


• Cut and clear brush, when necessary, utilizing a machete, brush hook or chain saw.


• Keep survey truck supplied with equipment and supplies. Clean and organize vehicle and maintain equipment.


• Complete other duties as required as directed by the Party Chief and Professional Land Surveyor.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be willing and physically able to work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.


• Travel: Work will be located locally and regionally. Candidate may be required to travel Monday thru Thursday each week up to one (1) week at a time and occasionally up to three (3) weeks at a time.


• Education: High School Diploma or GED.


• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.


• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: up to two (2) years of survey experience.


• Proficient with basic survey field equipment.


• Experience with Trimble equipment is a benefit.


• Local candidates only.

TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.


• Robust Employee Referral Program.


• Annual performance and compensation reviews.


• Professional Training and Development.


• Employee Recognition Awards.


• Peer Mentor Program


• And Much More!

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in variable climate and environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, precipitation, and wet/muddy conditions.


• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and other field locations.


• Ability to regularly carry survey instruments and equipment in remote, rural, or urban surroundings (up to 25 pounds)


• Ability to occasionally lift/ move up to 50 pounds.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters—never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.


• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).


• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.


• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.