Survey Technician
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AECOM
Columbia, SC (In Person)
$42,640 Salary, Full-Time
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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description The Digital Practice and Technology Team is actively seeking a creative, talented Survey Technician for immediate employment in the Columbia, SC office. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in Land Surveying specific to engineering consulting services. This opportunity affords the ideal candidate the following: Exposure to a variety of large and complex projects including, but not limited to, Transportation projects, Water projects, Site Civil projects and more. Exposure to multiple industry/business line sectors. Access to new and state of the art equipment to complete surveying functions. Opportunities for upward advancement and career growth. Primary job functions include but are not limited to the following: Operation and care of all survey instruments including Total Station, level, and GPS. Will be responsible for performing property surveys, topographic surveys, construction stakeout and other survey projects for private, government and commercial clients. Read and understand survey notes, sketches, maps, deeds, as-builts, construction plans and drawings and records. Use appropriate survey equipment, conventional, GPS/GNSS and laser scanning, to efficiently and accurately perform a wide range of field survey procedures. Take survey field notes, sketches, and other written records on a daily basis. Participate in project meetings and communicate effectively with team members and clients. Perform QA/QC to verify that the data complies with the project requirements. Understand and follow all applicable safety procedures. Ability to read and understand survey notes, sketches, maps, deeds, as-builts, construction plans and other drawings and records. Creates survey field notes, sketches and other written records on daily basis Operates with a "team" attitude and communicates effectively Understands and follows all applicable safety procedures Relies on general to moderately complex knowledge of procedures, company policies, and business practices to plan and accomplish goals Works under general supervision of the Survey Crew Chief and the
Survey Manager Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of land surveying experience and/or post HS education or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Valid US Driver's License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites, and as a condition of employment must passAECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review Preferred Qualifications:
DOT preconstruction survey knowledge or experience a plus Experience with Federal and government clients a plus Ability to lift and carry equipment of up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand and sit as needed on project work sites. Ability to safely navigate construction work sites, roads, buildings, and areas with uneven terrain Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% with occasional overnight travel Additional Information This position does not support relocation assistance. Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $19 to $22. AboutAECOM AECOM
is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle
- from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to work You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects
- both in your local community and on a global scale
- that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
ReqID:
J10146007
Business Line:
Transportation Business Group:
DCS Strategic Business Unit:
East Career Area:
Survey & Estimation Work Location Model:
On-Site Compensation:
USD 19- USD 22
- hourly
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