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Surveyor
Location: Dayton, OH
Employment Type: Full-Time
Advance Your Surveying Career with Fishbeck
Are you a skilled surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? Fishbeck is seeking experienced Surveyor professional to support a variety of field and office-based projects across Ohio. From boundary and topographic surveys to construction layout and control, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate data and supporting engineering and design teams.
What You’ll Work On
- Perform boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys with minimal supervision.
- Operate advanced surveying equipment including robotic total stations, RTK GPS, and data collectors.
- Interpret legal descriptions, plats, and engineering drawings to determine property boundaries and project layouts.
- Lead field crews, assign tasks, and ensure efficient and accurate data collection.
- Prepare and review survey maps, plats, and reports using CAD and GIS software.
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and contractors to support design and construction efforts.
- Identify and resolve discrepancies in survey data and field conditions.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations, and project specifications.
What We’re Looking For
- 2–5 years of professional surveying experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Surveying or a related field preferred.
- Proficiency in boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveying methods.
- Skilled in using robotic total stations, RTK GPS, and data collectors.
- Familiarity with ODOT survey standards and Open Roads Designer software.
- Strong understanding of legal descriptions, plats, and land records.
- Experience with CAD and GIS software for data processing and analysis.
- Proven ability to lead field crews and manage survey projects independently.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Commitment to safety and best practices in field operations.
Why Join Fishbeck?
- Work on meaningful, billable projects with real-world impact.
- Enjoy a collaborative, hands-on work environment with experienced professionals.
- Access mentorship, continuing education, and support for professional development.
- Benefit from flexible schedules, hybrid work options, and generous PTO.
- Participate in wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, and team-building events.
- Receive competitive compensation, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, and stock options—we’re 100% employee-owned!
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, walking or standing for extended periods.
- Comfortable with bending, kneeling, climbing, and using technical equipment.
- Strong spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.
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About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 employees. Our integrated approach combines engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management to deliver reliable, creative, and client-focused solutions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.