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W3Global

Land Surveyor Technician

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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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Job Description

Our client is looking for A land survey technician to measures, map, and delineate the Earth's surface, boundaries, and infrastructure. Working under the direction of a crew chief, you will split your time between field data collection and office-based data processing.
Key ResponsibilitiesField Measurement:
Set up, operate, and maintain electronic total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, digital levels, and data collectors.
Site Reconnaissance:
Search for, locate, and recover historical property markers, iron pins, and section corners.
Construction Staking:
Set physical stakes, flags, and marks to guide builders on exact excavation, road placement, and building lines.
Data Processing:
Download raw field notes and measurements into computers.
Drafting and Mapping:
Use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software to produce boundary plats, topographic maps, and alignment sheets.
Record Research:
Review deeds, easements, and historical right-of-way documents at county offices.
Requirements and QualificationsEducation:
High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical school or coursework in CAD/GIS is a plus.
Physical Stamina:
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, traverse rough terrain, and lift equipment.
Technical Skills:
Basic math and geometry skills; familiarity with modern surveying hardware and software.
Driver's License:
Valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record to drive company trucks to job sites.