Survey Technician III / Survey Crew Chief

HireTalent; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HireTalent is seeking an experienced land surveying professional to support utility infrastructure projects in Minneapolis. You will perform topographic, construction, and land surveys, operate GPS, laser scanners, Trimble equipment, and data collectors, and travel to project sites to work independently in the field.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of land surveying experience, proficiency with GPS and laser surveying tools, and the ability to manage field data with strong technical skills and

Qualifications

• 4+ years of land surveying experience (10+ years preferred).
• Experience with GPS surveying equipment.
• Hands-on experience using laser scanners.
• Proficiency with Trimble survey equipment and data collectors.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform topographic, construction, and land surveys for utility infrastructure projects.
• Operate GPS survey equipment, laser scanners, Trimble equipment, and data collectors.
• Travel to project sites and independently conduct field survey activities.
• Collect and document accurate survey data.
• Coordinate with survey teams and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with field safety standards.

Skills

Land surveying

Independent field work

Travel overtime

Tech proficiency

Education

Associate Degree in Surveying Technology

Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

GPS surveying equipment

Laser scanners

Trimble equipment

Data collectors

Job description

Join a leading utility infrastructure team supporting electric distribution, gas, transmission, and substation projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced land surveying professional who enjoys working independently in the field while utilizing modern survey technology.

What You'll Do

• Perform topographic, construction, and land surveys for utility infrastructure projects.
• Operate GPS survey equipment, laser scanners, Trimble equipment, and data collectors.
• Travel to project sites and independently conduct field survey activities.
• Collect and document accurate survey data.
• Coordinate with survey teams and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with field safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of land surveying experience (10+ years preferred).
• Experience with GPS surveying equipment.
• Hands-on experience using laser scanners.
• Proficiency with Trimble survey equipment and data collectors.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments.
• Willingness to travel and work overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Surveying Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Utility, transmission, distribution, gas, substation, or infrastructure surveying experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Trimble surveying technology.