Survey Technician

Verdantas

. Assist with field surveys involving land features, property boundaries, elevations, and topography.

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDublin • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating survey equipment such as Total Stations and GPS/GNSS units while adhering to established surveying standards and safety protocols. Capable of accurate data collection, organization, and effective communication within a field crew environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Total Station OperationGPS/GNSS Equipment FamiliaritySurvey Data CollectionAttention to DetailSafety Awareness

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Hard Skills

Surveying PrinciplesField ProceduresData RecordingMath SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam CollaborationWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Survey EquipmentTotal StationsGPS UnitsGNSS UnitsLevels

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

SurveyingCivil Engineering TechnologyGeomaticsField SurveysQuality-Control Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with field surveys involving land features, property boundaries, elevations, and topography.
Operate survey equipment, including total stations, GPS/GNSS units, and levels.
Support the setup, calibration, and maintenance of survey instruments.
Collect, record, and organize survey data accurately and efficiently.
Assist with the preparation of survey reports, maps, drawings, and supporting documentation.
Follow established surveying standards, project specifications, and quality-control procedures.
Communicate field observations, findings, and potential issues to the Survey Crew Chief or Lead Surveyor.
Follow all company and project-specific safety requirements during fieldwork.
Perform additional duties as assigned by survey and project leadership.
Work primarily in the field with occasional office responsibilities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, civil engineering technology, geomatics, or a related field preferred.
Zero to three years of surveying, construction, engineering, or related field experience.
Basic knowledge of surveying principles and field procedures preferred.
Familiarity with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and levels is beneficial.
Strong math, reading, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Careful attention to detail and a commitment to accurate data collection.
Ability to work effectively as part of a field crew and follow direction from project leadership.
Strong safety awareness and a willingness to learn.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project locations.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to navigate remote locations, active project sites, and rugged or uneven terrain.
Ability to lift and carry survey equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform field activities for extended periods.
Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Environment
Paid Parental Leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off + Holidays