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Survey/SUE Field Technician I Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Tennessee, Knoxville Sep 01, 2026 Survey/SUE Field Technician I LinkedIn

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Category Surveying / Subsurface Utility Engineering

All Locations Knoxville, TN

Tracking Code 26526

Position Type Full-Time/Regular

Job Description Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary:

JMT is currently seeking a Surveying Technician I - Rodman/Instrument Operator for their Knoxville, Tennessee Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the survey party crew chief with completing survey tasks and implementing proper surveying techniques in the field, the set-up and operation of survey equipment to collect data and to provide any needed support for the field survey party. This candidate will also assist boundary, topographic, as-built, and construction staking. Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g.

H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT

) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Set-up the tripod and prism for data collection

Label topographic features from field codes

Perform calculations

Conduct field investigations

Document tasks

Complete data entry

Assist Survey/SUE crew with handling and operation of survey and SUE equipment Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills Strong work ethic

Strong communication skills

Ability to navigate difficult terrain

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

Valid Driver's License Required

Able to pass Background Check Required Experience High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Experience Related experience Working Conditions Work is performed in the field 95% of the time. Ability to extensively perform bending, kneeling, standing, shoveling, and lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs as needed. Work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Work is performed within a general office environment 5% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Work is subject to variable weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat and cold. Travel Travel expectations for field work could include projects in middle Tennessee, as well as away from home requiring overnight stays which could be 4 nights per week as required for distant projects. Three-day weekends would follow. Projects could be located at any of our other office locations. Benefits JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including: Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

And more...

Benefits | JMT Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. #FirstLine-KM1