Lidar Technician I (Entry Level) Your Impact at SAMAt SAM, you'll play a key role in transforming LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables that power tomorrow's infrastructure. You'll support projects across the country and gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools while learning from experts who are invested in your growth. This is a chance to build advanced technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and take your geospatial career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products
• Classification of LiDAR point clouds
• Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds
• Compilation of mapping features from orthophotography
• Other duties as assigned What You Bring to SAM
• Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team
• Strong work ethic, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success
• Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite
• Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred
• Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
• CAD
• GIS
• Orthophotography
• LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)
• LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
• Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred) Our Perks

Health and Wellness Benefits:

BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with

HSA + FSA

plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being

Financial Benefits:

Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend

Work-Life Balance:

Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families

Professional Development:

Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program

Perks and Discounts:

Access to "Perks at Work" for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks

Culture and Awards/Achievements:

SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms Salary Maximum USD $25.00/per hour Salary Minimum USD $18.00/per hour qualifications:

• Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team
• Strong work ethic, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success
• Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite
• Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred
• Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills
• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
• CAD
• GIS
• Orthophotography
• LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)
• LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)
• Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred).

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