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Designers Edge

Site Survey Technician (Fort Lauderdale, FL)

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What they do

A Surveying or Mapping Technician works with surveyors and cartographers to gather data and create maps. Visits sites and records survey measurements and descriptive data. Selects data needed to create maps, including photos, aerial photos and satellite information, and helps produce and update maps that show boundaries or topographical information.

$43,803 / year median in Florida

+9% projected growth

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Site Survey Technician (Fort Lauderdale, FL) Designers Edge
  • 3.1 Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time $25
  • $40 an hour 15 hours ago Qualifications OSHA 10 Ladder use High school diploma or GED Driver's License Desktop applications Productivity software Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Position Summary This is a travel-based, hands-on field role.
The Site Survey Technician spends the majority of each month on the road (typically every week away from home) traveling to client sites across the country to capture accurate survey data for architectural documentation using LiDAR scanners, 360-degree cameras, and drone photography. Technicians work independently, covering 5-8 client sites per week, and are responsible for delivering high-quality point clouds, imagery, and site reports that meet company and client standards. Is This Role Right for You? Before you apply, here's what a typical week actually looks like: early flights or long drives to reach client sites, multiple site visits per week, nights in hotels away from home, and full days on your feet, including climbing ladders and working on rooftops while carrying scanning equipment (up to 30 lbs). This role suits someone who thrives on the road, works well independently without daily in-person supervision, and is physically ready for sustained fieldwork in varying weather and site conditions. If steady time at home each week is a priority for you right now, this role likely isn't the right fit and we'd rather you know that before you apply than after your first week on the road. Essential Functions Travel to multiple project sites weekly (4-5 sites depending on scope), spending the large majority of each month on the road; manage equipment and travel logistics independently Conduct site surveys using LiDAR scanners to capture accurate point cloud data Capture comprehensive 360-degree images, HD photos, and drone photography per checklists Complete Site Investigation Reports, including BIR and ADA documentation Register, index, and QA point clouds before uploading to PropertyBox Coordinate with site contacts, conduct walkthroughs, and prepare work areas Upload all survey data (point clouds, images, reports) promptly and organized correctly Communicate with the Survey Manager regarding schedules, site issues, and deliverables — including proactive check-ins while traveling Maintain and care for survey equipment, including scanners, cameras, and drones Follow safety protocols and comply with all client site requirements Identify opportunities to improve survey processes and share ideas with the Survey Manager Test new techniques or equipment when directed and provide feedback Physical Demands This role requires sustained physical activity in the field, every week, at client sites you won't have visited before.
Candidates should be able to:
Carry and set up scanning equipment weighing up to 30 lbs, multiple times per day Climb ladders and access rooftops and other elevated surfaces as a routine part of site work Work comfortably at height. This role regularly requires roof and elevated-site access Stand, walk, and remain on your feet for extended periods across a full workday Work outdoors in a range of weather conditions Required Competencies Genuinely comfortable with a travel-heavy schedule and frequent changes to itinerary
  • this is the single most important fit factor for this role Ability to work independently without direct supervision Technical aptitude for operating scanning and imaging equipment Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection Professional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills — this is a client-facing role on customer sites Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based applications Valid driver's license and eligibility to work in the U.
S. Compensation & Travel Pay is tiered by experience and certification level. Ranges below reflect the current $25
  • 40/hour band broken into tiers for transparency with candidates. Tier Hourly Rate Typical Profile Entry $25
  • 30/hr 0-1 years relevant field/technical experience Experienced $30
  • 35/hr 1-3 years in field survey, scanning, or related construction/AEC work Advanced / Certified $35
  • 40/hr 3+ years experience and/or Part 107 drone certification Per diem rate for overnight travel: $50 Per diem rate for air travel: $75 Education and Experience High school diploma required Valid driver's license required OSHA 10 certificate required (or obtained within 90 days of hire) Experience in construction, architecture, or engineering preferred Experience with laser scanning or surveying equipment a plus Comfortable working at height (ladders, rooftops) — prior roofing, tower, construction, or similar field experience a plus

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance