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Traveling 3D Scanning Technician

VIATechnik
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2030

Join VIATechnik, the global leader in driving digital transformation and innovation across the built environment. Our 350 experts around the world partner with the most ambitious owners, builders, and trades to tackle projects that shape skylines, transform infrastructure, and reimagine how the built world works. From pioneering Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) delivery to creating next-generation digital twins, custom software, and AI solutions, we deliver breakthroughs that set new standards in design, construction, and operations on some of the largest and most complex projects in the world.

 

The role:

The Traveling Scanning Technician plays a vital role in supporting VIATechnik's Reality Capture Team by delivering high-quality, on-site visual documentation through 360° photography, Matterport scanning, still photography and drone imagery. This role is both technical and creative, balancing field precision with visual storytelling to document built environments across the U.S.

 

What's in it for you:

  • Purpose: you'll directly contribute to transforming real-world environments into digital assets that power design, construction, and operations decisions. Your photography and scanning expertise will help major clients visualize progress, plan expansions, and maintain facility portfolios with precision and clarity.
  • Growth: this role provides hands-on experience at the forefront of architecture, technology, and digital transformation. You'll gain proficiency in Matterport scanning, drone operation, and photogrammetry, with opportunities to grow into advanced Reality Capture, BIM, or visualization roles within VIATechnik.
  • Motivators: this is a perfect fit for an independent, curious, and tech-savvy individuals who enjoys traveling and problem-solving in the field. The work is dynamic - each project and location bring new challenges. You'll thrive here if you value autonomy, accuracy, and continuous learning, and want to help redefine how the built world is documented and digitized.

 

What You'll Achieve in Your First 12 Months:

  • Execute accurate and efficient reality capture across the U.S.
  • Deliver high-quality visual content that elevates client deliverables, ensuring consistent lighting, framing, and focus across multiple site types.
  • Manage field operations, travel, and logistics smoothly.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams.
  • Elevate reality capture standards through innovation and learning.

 

Apply if you have:

  • Experience in Matterport scanning.
  • Experience in still photography and drone photography.
  • FAA Part 107 certification for commercial drone operation, or ability to quickly attain certification.
  • Exceptional technical proficiency with photography equipment, drones, and related software.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage travel schedules and deliverables effectively.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
  • A valid driver's license, access to reliable transportation, and the ability to travel extensively by car, for multiple weeks at a time.

 

Even better if you have:

  • Experience working in the architecture, engineering, construction industry and building systems.
  • Knowledge of 3D modeling or photogrammetry tools.
  • Experience with client-facing or customer service roles or the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

 

Compensation and featured benefits:

  • The pay for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 annually, and the role is eligible for bonuses and work-related travel expense reimbursement. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  • Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 70% of the premiums for dependents
  • Dental and vision insurance. We cover 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and 50% of the premiums for dependents
  • Open and flexible time off
  • A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
  • Home office setup costs
  • Paid holidays

 

As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik takes diversity and inclusion to heart. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

 

VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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