What are the responsibilities and job description for the Land Survey Technician / Crew Chief position at Ayres Associates?
Land Survey Technician / Crew Chief - Green Bay, WI
The Land Survey Group at Ayres is seeking an individual in our Green Bay, WI office location. Our projects are varied, our work is rewarding, and our team is supportive, collaborative, and fun! Beyond the ability to work on diverse projects, our team also enjoys a high degree of professional freedom – both in and outside of the office – and are routinely applying cutting-edge, and, sometimes, emerging technologies to their important work.
Our land survey group delivers expertise to our internal and external clients. The services are provided by a cohesive team of crew chiefs, technicians, professional land surveyors, and project managers, bringing consistent and reliable deliverables through an array of resources available to our employees and clients. This is an ideal position for a qualified candidate with the ability to work independently and as part of a survey crew.
Ayres was recently recognized as a 2026 Northeast Wisconsin Top Workplace, reflecting the strong culture, collaboration, and commitment to employee success that set us apart.
What You'll Do
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
The Land Survey Group at Ayres is seeking an individual in our Green Bay, WI office location. Our projects are varied, our work is rewarding, and our team is supportive, collaborative, and fun! Beyond the ability to work on diverse projects, our team also enjoys a high degree of professional freedom – both in and outside of the office – and are routinely applying cutting-edge, and, sometimes, emerging technologies to their important work.
Our land survey group delivers expertise to our internal and external clients. The services are provided by a cohesive team of crew chiefs, technicians, professional land surveyors, and project managers, bringing consistent and reliable deliverables through an array of resources available to our employees and clients. This is an ideal position for a qualified candidate with the ability to work independently and as part of a survey crew.
Ayres was recently recognized as a 2026 Northeast Wisconsin Top Workplace, reflecting the strong culture, collaboration, and commitment to employee success that set us apart.
What You'll Do
- Perform a combination of field and office surveying and mapping work.
- Collect and process data using GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, and Trimble technologies.
- Utilize Civil 3D, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and related survey software.
- Support boundary, topographic, design, and construction layout surveys.
- Collaborate with survey professionals, engineers, project managers, and Professional Land Surveyors.
- Follow OSHA standards and company safety procedures.
- Occasional overtime, overnight travel, and out-of-town work may be required.
- Associate degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field; or bachelor's degree in Land Surveying.
- Two or more years of survey-related field experience
- Experience with survey equipment and software.
- Ability to work outdoors, navigate uneven terrain, and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Experience with transportation, municipal, utility, or site development surveys.
- Construction layout, ALTA surveys, WisDOT right-of-way plats, or LiDAR QA/QC.
- Experience with Trimble equipment, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
- Interest in pursuing Wisconsin Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure.
- Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
- PTO upon hire, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
- Professional development opportunities.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer