Survey Field Technician

Join the Nichols team as a survey field tech. We are seeking a motivated individual with expertise in solo field operations using robotic total stations and RTK GPS for construction stakeout and data collection.

Responsibilities:

• Perform precise survey tasks for land development projects, including construction stakeout, topographic and as-built data collection
• Ability to take direction and coordinate with Survey Project Manager daily to meet project requirements
• Maintain and operate survey instruments, including robotic total stations and GPS
• Collect and analyze field data; understand and maintain accuracy requirements
• Upload and process data for stakeout and collected points
• Daily record-keeping including both survey and administrative
• Ensure safety and accuracy in all field operations

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; higher education preferred
• 2 years of experience in construction stakeout
• Proficiency with robotic total stations, RTK GPS, and data collectors
• Ability to interpret and understand construction drawings
• Ability to work independently and on a team
• Strong knowledge of boundary, topographic, and construction surveys
• Experience with CAD software is a plus
• Must be able to work in an outdoor environment subject to uneven terrain, dirt, varying temperatures, weather conditions, and noise
• Must be able to carry up to 50 lbs. regularly, sometimes over substantial distances
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a driving record check

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Land surveying: 3 years (Preferred)
• CAD: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Newark, DE 19713 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Newark, DE 19713: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $32