Survey Technician

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

We are seeking a motivated Survey Technicians to join our team across Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone beginning their surveying career or looking to build upon their early field experience in a collaborative and safety-focused environment.

What You’ll Do:

- Assist with field surveys involving land features, property boundaries, elevations, and topography.
- Operate survey equipment, including total stations, GPS/GNSS units, and levels.
- Support the setup, calibration, and maintenance of survey instruments.
- Collect, record, and organize survey data accurately and efficiently.
- Assist with the preparation of survey reports, maps, drawings, and supporting documentation.
- Follow established surveying standards, project specifications, and quality-control procedures.
- Communicate field observations, findings, and potential issues to the Survey Crew Chief or Lead Surveyor.
- Follow all company and project-specific safety requirements during fieldwork.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by survey and project leadership.

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What You Bring:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in surveying, civil engineering technology, geomatics, or a related field preferred.
- Zero to three years of surveying, construction, engineering, or related field experience.
- Basic knowledge of surveying principles and field procedures preferred.
- Familiarity with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and levels is beneficial.
- Strong math, reading, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Careful attention to detail and a commitment to accurate data collection.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a field crew and follow direction from project leadership.
- Strong safety awareness and a willingness to learn.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project locations.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

This position is primarily field-based, with occasional office responsibilities. Candidates must be able to:

- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Navigate remote locations, active project sites, and rugged or uneven terrain.
- Lift and carry survey equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Stand, walk, bend, and perform field activities for extended periods.
- Travel to project sites as required.

Salary Range:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $25.00 to $37.00. Final compensation will be based on the candidate’s relevant experience, education, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Benefits:

- Flexible Work Environment
- Paid Parental Leave
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off + Holidays

Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
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