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Lead Survey Technician

Ulteig Opportunities
Fargo, ND Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking talented and motivated candidates for our open Survey Crew Chief opportunity. In this role, you will be responsible for gathering field survey data and completing project layouts across assigned projects. This position offers a strong path for growth, including the opportunity to develop the skills needed to become a Professional Land Surveyor within a collaborative, 100% employee-owned company.

 

What You’ll Do

  • The Survey Crew Chief will coordinate and direct the survey crew to ensure field surveys are completed to the standards of practice for land surveying and any project-specific requirements.
  • The role participates in the execution of numerous survey projects and interacts with their respective team leader, prepares/maintains project equipment/supplies, and works with all members of the survey team to accomplish the daily tasks.
  • The Survey Crew Chief is a mentor to the survey crew and will be looked upon to build strong relationships with said crew, coworkers, and clients.

 

What We Expect from You

  • Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in Surveying or equivalent preferred.
  • LSIT or Certified Survey Technician (CST) preferred.
  • 2 years of related experience preferred.
  • Will participate in control, construction, boundary, topographic, route, retracement, and ALTA type surveys as they relate to; municipal, DOT, energy, renewable wind, and solar projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate all survey field equipment (Trimble GPS, Robotic Total Station, Laser Scanner, data controllers, etc.) a plus.
  • AutoCAD experience, survey data processing software knowledge, and experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access) a plus.
  • Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Maintain clear/accurate daily survey notes and perform sufficient field checks.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and crew members.
  • Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

     

     

    As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

     

    What You Can Expect from Ulteig

    Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization that has built a culture focused on people, both our clients and our employees, for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our success and the success of our clients personally.

    We offer our team members:

    • Flexible Workplace
    • Employee Ownership
    • Competitive Pay
    • Comprehensive Benefits Package
    • Collaborative Environment
    • Innovative Culture

    Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. 

    At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

    If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! 

     

    Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

     ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

    Additional Opportunity Details:
    Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $32.25 - $43.75
    * Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role.

    This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

    Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:  to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.

     

    Salary : $32 - $44

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