Survey Technician I

AECO; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Survey Technician I to operate surveying instruments in the field and collect measurements for boundary and topographic surveys. The role reports to a licensed surveyor and requires travel.

Key tasks include setting up total stations and GPS/GNSS receivers, establishing control points, recording elevations and coordinates, reading plans, and supporting daily field operations while following safety procedures. Occasional work in difficult terrain and varying weather is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license and the ability to pass MVR checks.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Frequent travel to field locations with overnight stays.

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.

Skills

Valid U.S. driver's license

Outdoor work endurance

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Total stations

GPS/GNSS receivers

Levels

Data collectors

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Hunt Valley, MD - 4 North Park
• Compensation: USD 22 - USD 28 - hourly

Company Description

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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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

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

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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