Find & Apply For Surveying / Mapping Technician Jobs in Ketchikan, Alaska

Survey Technician / Survey Party Chief / Professional Land Surveyor R&M Engineering-Ketchikan, Inc. Ketchikan, Alaska A Message from Our Survey Department I'm looking for someone who takes pride in producing quality work, enjoys solving problems, and wants to build a long-term career in surveying. Our survey department isn't built around punching a clock—it's built around helping each other succeed. We work on a wide variety of projects, invest in modern equipment, and give our employees the opportunity to learn new skills and take on greater responsibility as they grow. Whether you're an experienced Party Chief or someone early in your surveying career who wants to learn from seasoned professionals, we're interested in talking with you. If you're dependable, motivated, and enjoy working outdoors, we'd like to hear from you. — Chris Piburn, PLS Alaska Professional Land Surveyor Oregon Professional Land Surveyor Come Survey Where Most People Vacation R&M Engineering-Ketchikan is seeking motivated Survey Technicians, Survey Party Chiefs, and Professional Land Surveyors to join our growing survey department in Southeast Alaska. If you're tired of working on the same type of project every day, this is an opportunity to be involved in some of the most diverse and rewarding surveying work in Alaska.

Our projects include:

Boundary Surveys Topographic Mapping Construction Staking Airport Improvements Transportation Projects Utility Design Surveys Waterfront & Marine Facilities Hydrographic Survey Coordination

ALTA/NSPS

Surveys Subdivision Platting GPS Control Networks UAV/Drone Mapping Support Every project presents new challenges, new locations, and new opportunities to learn. What You'll Do Depending on your experience, responsibilities may include: Boundary and topographic field surveys Construction staking GPS and conventional control surveys Robotic total station operation Trimble GNSS data collection Construction layout Field calculations and quality control Office processing using Trimble Business Center Drafting in Autodesk Civil 3D Travel throughout Southeast Alaska by vehicle, ferry, boat, or aircraft Positions AvailableSurvey Technician Ideal for someone beginning or building a surveying career.

Qualifications include:

Strong work ethic Mechanical aptitude Willingness to work outdoors in all weather Ability to hike uneven terrain while carrying equipment Valid driver's license Survey experience is helpful but not required for the right candidate. Survey Party Chief We're looking for experienced crew leaders who can independently manage field operations.

Preferred qualifications:

Several years of field experience Construction staking and boundary experience Trimble equipment proficiency Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to mentor junior staff Professional Land Surveyor Preferred qualifications: Alaska Professional Land Surveyor license or ability to obtain reciprocity Project management experience Boundary analysis Proposal preparation Client communication Staff mentoring Technology You'll Use We believe good people deserve good equipment.

Our survey department utilizes:

Trimble GNSS Systems Robotic Total Stations Trimble Business Center Autodesk Civil 3D Modern field data collectors UAV/Drone technology on select projects Why Join R&M Engineering? R&M Engineering has served Alaska communities for decades. Our Ketchikan office combines the resources of an established engineering firm with the flexibility and teamwork of a smaller survey department. We value quality over shortcuts and believe our employees should have opportunities to continue learning throughout their careers.

Benefits may include:

Competitive pay based on experience Health insurance Retirement benefits Paid vacation and holidays Overtime opportunities Continuing education Professional licensing support Long-term career advancement Southeast Alaska Lifestyle Few places offer the opportunity to combine a rewarding surveying career with world-class outdoor recreation. Whether you enjoy fishing, boating, hunting, hiking, kayaking, photography, or simply living in one of the most scenic regions in North America, Southeast Alaska offers a lifestyle that's difficult to match. We'd Love to Talk We're looking for people who want to build a career—not just find another job. If that sounds like you, please send us your résumé along with a brief introduction telling us about your experience and career goals. We welcome applicants from entry-level technicians to experienced Professional Land Surveyors. R&M Engineering-Ketchikan, Inc. Building Alaska. Measuring It. Shaping Its Future. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$26.00 - $60.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 - 50.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person