Survey Technician | Rock Island, IL

IMEG Corp; Rock Island (IL); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

IMEG is hiring a Survey Technician in Rock Island, IL to support office production for land surveying activities by processing incoming information and producing final project deliverables.

Entry-level role supports office and field staff under a Senior Survey Coordinator, contributing to transportation, municipal, and bridge projects while upholding IMEG's standards and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in Land Surveying or Engineering preferred.
• Prior experience in land surveying, consulting, or construction industry preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil or similar applications and strong math skills are important.

Responsibilities

• Process survey data using IMEG CAD standards and ensure accuracy and compliance under supervision.
• Monitor field crew production and provide quality assurance.
• Research historical maps, land records, surveys, and land title reports.
• Provide survey computations, staking exhibits, and field crew instructions for construction staking.
• Prepare cadastral and existing condition plats from field/office data using AutoCAD Civil.

Skills

Survey operations

Office software

Mathematics

Communication

Field coordination

Education

Associate degree or certificate in Land Surveying/Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil

MS Office Suite

Job description

Survey Technician | Rock Island, IL 100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture IMEG is hiring a Survey Technician in Rock Island, IL to support office production for land surveying activities by processing incoming information and producing final project deliverables. This entry-level role supports office and field staff and provides survey assistance under the leadership of a Senior Survey Coordinator. In this role, you will support data processing, quality assurance, research, computations, drafting, and fieldwork while coordinating with your supervisor to meet client-specific demands. You will contribute to transportation, municipal, and bridge projects, delivering resilient, environmentally responsible infrastructure.

Location: Rock Island, IL Discipline: Surveyor & SUE Markets: Transportation; Municipal; Bridges Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP) Travel: Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Process survey data using IMEG CAD standards, evaluate accuracy, and support compliance with applicable land survey project and professional standards under the direction of your supervisor and a licensed professional
• Monitor field crew production and provide quality assurance
• Research historical maps, land records, previous surveys, and land title reports
• Provide survey computations, staking/control exhibits, and survey crew instructions for construction staking and field survey projects
• Prepare cadastral, existing conditions and platting from field and office data using AutoCAD Civil software
• Carry out initial QC of field deliverables according to standards and best practices
• Coordinate with supervisor to ensure client-specific demands are being met
• Act as a field technician as requested to complete survey field work
• Maintain professional and productive working relationships with all clients and coworker
• Observe safety and security procedures

What You’ll Bring

Required Education

Associate degree, or certificate, in Land Surveying or Engineering preferred

Experience

Prior experience in the land surveying, consulting or construction industry is preferred

Required Skills/Abilities

Work to gain knowledge of survey operations, principles, principles, and practices Knowledge of engineering plans and construction documents Knowledgeable of office workflow processes and problem-solving techniques Strong computer and technical skills; AutoCAD or similar applications are a plus Proficiency in technical math, geometry, and trigonometry is recommended Possess basic oral and written communication skills Ability to communicate with clients, coworkers and professionally represent IMEG Valid driver’s license with ability to be insured by IMEG carrier; must consent to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background check Proficient in Microsoft and MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook Ability to travel with occasional overnight stays

About the Team

Join a multi-office civil team active in transportation, municipal, and bridge work. The team supports construction materials testing, CE&I, bridge inspection, and roadway design. Current work includes municipal infrastructure in Bloomington, Moline, Peoria, and the Rock Island Arsenal. The team also supports school-district surveys, layouts, and water-system projects. Recent work includes Moline 16th St. Viaduct CE&I, Transportation; Peoria Cedar Street Bridge Repairs, Transportation; and Rock Island Arsenal Repairs & Survey, Government.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day) Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations State of Illinois Salary Range: $51,000-$84,000 per year The range listed above represents the base pay IMEG reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position in the work location identified above at the time of posting. For positions available in multiple locations, the minimums and maximums may vary based on work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, abilities, and licensure and certifications. Other rewards may include annual bonuses and stock ownership options. In addition, IMEG provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). This information is being provided in compliance with local laws. Additional information regarding employee benefits may be found on our company website at www.imegcorp.com.

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non-merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates. IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail].

As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered on the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.