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Suncore

GPS/Survey Tech

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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.

$62,492 / year median in Idaho

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

GPS/Survey Tech Suncore - 3.5 Meridian, ID Job Details Full-time 21 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave 401(k) 6% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Machine setup 3D CAD modeling 3D modeling software Data preparation projects Field mapping Construction industry experience Construction layout surveys Conflict management Trimble Aerial mapping flight operations Construction staking Drafting Technical Proficiency GPS receivers Full Job Description Join Suncore as a GPS/Survey tech! Join our team as a GPS/Survey Technician and take the lead in high-impact construction projects. You'll mentor interns, manage advanced Trimble systems, build 3D models, and ensure precise layout surveying in the field. If you have strong technical skills, UAV experience, and a knack for solving problems on-site, this is your chance to shape the future—one stake at a time. Things You'll Do Mentor and train construction interns. Layout survey for construction projects and place stakes in ground for construction crews. Setup and maintain Heavy Equipment Machine Control systems. Operate and troubleshoot Trimble global positioning system (GPS), electronic distance measuring (EDM), and standard surveying equipment. Build and Modify project 3D models. Work with project managers and superintendents to produce and work with calculations in the field, read construction plans, and process survey data. Work to resolve procedures, complaints and construction issues. Maintain insurable driving record. Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental requirements. Requirements 4-5 years of construction layout experience. Experience with Trimble Business Center or equivalent Machine Control Model building preferred. Experience with Trimble surveying equipment. Professional license is not required but a plus Experience operating UAVs (drones) for aerial surveying and mapping. Data preparation for GPS machine control systems. Exceptional interpersonal, problem solving, and technical skills. Knowledge of computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) software- Terramodel, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Inroads. Knowledge regarding control setup, GPS, and conventional. Experience with surveying and measuring equipment. Ability to organize and to foresee and resolve conflicts. Knowledge of transit lasers and pipe layers is preferred. Benefits At Suncore, we value people. We enjoy best-in-industry benefits , including: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage w/ generous HSA contribution 9 Paid Holidays Accruable PTO (15 days in a year) 401k w/ 6% Match & profit sharing Access to mental health services Paid pregnancy and parental leave Weekly Pay and more! To learn more about Suncore, click here.

•Current employees must notify supervisor of application

•Suncore is a drug-free workplace.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
  • Health Insurance