What are the responsibilities and job description for the Land Survey Technician position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Land Survey Technician to our Water team based in San Luis Obispo, Oakland, and Irvine, CA.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Position Summary:
This is an entry-level Engineer in Training (EIT) position located in Tetra Tech’s Oakland, San Luis Obispo, or Irvine, CA offices. The role supports a wide range of municipal, commercial, and Federal Department of Defense projects and includes participation in topographic, boundary, monitoring, and GPS control surveys. The position blends field data collection with office-based survey and drafting support under the guidance of licensed land surveyors and project managers.
Essential Functions:
Assist with the collection of survey data in accordance with industry standards, client specifications, scopes of work, and project work plans.
Support field survey operations under the direction of a Survey Party Chief, ensuring safety, accuracy, and efficiency.
Perform survey office work including mapping, drafting exhibits and plats, and assisting with legal descriptions under the supervision of a licensed land surveyor.
Provide technical support to CADD operators and design staff, including translating field conditions into accurate plans and exhibits.
Coordinate with engineers, surveyors, and project managers to understand project requirements and deliverables.
Operate and maintain survey equipment while continuing to learn new tools, technologies, and survey methodologies.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related field.
Familiarity with applicable survey codes, standards, and industry practices.
Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
Willingness to perform both office and field work as needed.
Physical Requirements
The position involves both office and field work.
Field duties may include standing or walking for extended periods, traversing uneven terrain, and handling survey equipment weighing up to approximately 40 pounds.
The role may occasionally require travel to project sites within California and the Southwest region.
Work Environment / Environmental Factors
Work is performed in a combination of office and outdoor settings. Fieldwork may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, rough or uneven surfaces, active construction sites, and roadway environments.
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and is required for all field activities.
Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000 annually, depending on experience and location.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
· Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
· Merit-based financial rewards.
· Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
· Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
· Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
About Tetra Tech:
Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.
Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000