What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey Instrument Technician position at lorvenk?
Position Overview
We are seeking a Survey Instrument Technician to join the civil survey team in Pittsburgh, PA. This role is primarily field-based, with opportunities to support office work and collaborate across service lines. The technician will work on a variety of survey projects, including boundary, subdivision, topographic, pipeline, construction stakeout, and as-built surveys. Regional travel is required, and some national travel may also be necessary. This position reports directly to the Director of Civil Survey.
Responsibilities
- Operate survey instruments and support field crews on boundary, topographic, right-of-way, control, pipeline, construction, as-built, and ALTA/ACSM surveys
- Perform one-person survey crew duties using GPS or robotic equipment
- Assist environmental crews with GPS mapping, documentation, and related tasks
- Conduct public record research to support survey work
- Perform brush cutting, digging, staking, and other field tasks as needed
- Document survey data, notes, and sketches to meet accuracy standards
- Maintain, calibrate, and manage assigned survey equipment
- Complete required documentation such as field logs, safety notes, and client-specific forms
- Support office work such as data reduction, deed plotting, drafting, and survey calculations
- Follow all company and client safety standards
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; SIT, technical school, or college-level coursework in surveying a plus
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Survey Instrument Technician, or an associate’s degree in surveying with at least 1 year of experience
- Solid technical knowledge of survey practices and mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry)
- Proficiency with survey equipment including Total Stations, data collectors, and GPS systems (Trimble preferred)
- Familiarity with software such as Survey Pro, Trimble Access, Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, or Trimble Pathfinder Office is a plus
- Knowledge of oil and gas-related survey tasks (pipelines, well pads, construction surveys) preferred
- Physically capable of performing fieldwork in varied weather and terrain; able to lift up to 75 pounds
- Valid driver’s license; ability to pass DOT drug/alcohol screenings (including random testing)
- Willingness to travel and stay overnight as project needs develop
- Strong communication and organizational skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Salary : $25 - $40
