Survey Technician I

Aecom2; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Survey Technician I to operate surveying instruments in the field and collect precise measurements for boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. You will work under a licensed surveyor and may travel to field locations.

Responsibilities include setting up instruments, establishing control points, reading plans, and recording data with data collectors. Candidates should be ready for outdoor work and varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and pass AECOM’s MVR review.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, levels, and data collectors.
• Establish and verify survey control points and benchmarks.
• Take measurements of angles, distances, elevations, and coordinates.
• Assist with boundary, topographic, ALTA, and as-built surveys.
• Read and interpret survey drawings, plans, maps, and field notes.
• Record field measurements accurately using electronic data collectors and surveying software.
• Locate property corners, monuments, utilities, and other features.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment.
• Perform calculations and check field data for accuracy.
• Assist the survey crew chief and surveyor with daily field operations.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work area.
• Occasionally work in difficult terrain, construction sites, and varying weather conditions.

Skills

Total stations operation

GPS/GNSS equipment

Field measurements

Survey data collection

Reading plans/drawings

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Total Station

GPS/GNSS Receiver

Levels

Data Collectors

Job description

The Survey Technician I operates surveying instruments and equipment in the field to collect accurate measurements and data for boundary surveys, construction projects, topographic surveys, and other land-surveying activities. They will work under the direction of a licensed surveyor or survey crew chief. This role will require travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, levels, and data collectors .
• Establish and verify survey control points and benchmarks.
• Take measurements of angles, distances, elevations, and coordinates .
• Assist with boundary, topographic, ALTA, and as-built surveys.
• Read and interpret survey drawings, plans, maps, and field notes.
• Record field measurements accurately using electronic data collectors and surveying software.
• Locate property corners, monuments, utilities, and other physical features.
• Maintain and calibrate surveying instruments and equipment.
• Perform calculations and check field data for accuracy.
• Assist the survey crew chief and surveyor with daily field operations.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work area.
• Occasionally work in difficult terrain, construction sites, and varying weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and as a condition of employment, must be able to pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Position requires frequent traveling to field locations. Locations and distances vary and will include overnight travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating a total station and GPS/GNSS equipment is highly desirable.
• Previous land surveying or construction surveying experience preferred.
• Ability to read construction plans and survey drawings.
• Basic knowledge of geometry, trigonometry, and land-surveying principles.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry surveying equipment and work on uneven terrain.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other weather conditions.
• Lift and carry equipment and tripods.
• Occasionally walk through wooded areas, uneven ground, or construction sites.
• Maintain attention to detail and accuracy during field measurements.

Relocation is not available for this position.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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