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Survey Technician

Job Description

As a Survey Technician, you will be accountable for the actions and productivity of the field crew, as well as the operation and maintenance of survey equipment. You will work directly with the Survey Manager in the development of proposals and coordinate with clients on existing projects. Your role will involve assisting the Survey Manager in managing field crew members, typically ranging from 3-8 people.

Responsibilities

+ Calculate and upload/download data points in GPS monitors and mapping equipment.

+ Read and comprehend construction drawings and calculate construction layouts.

+ Work collaboratively with design engineers, clients, safety officers, and the public.

+ Plan and execute an efficient scanning/survey workflow.

+ Ensure compliance with all Construction Site OSHA rules.

+ Participate in required company training programs.

Essential Skills

+ Surveying and land surveying expertise.

+ Crew scheduling capabilities.

+ Proficiency in GPS and survey equipment.

+ High School Diploma or equivalent.

+ 3-5 years of experience in a civil engineering or surveying office.

+ 3-5+ years of experience in boundary research and field staking.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Expert knowledge of survey equipment, GPS, and robotic hardware.

+ Familiarity with survey programs and 3D scanning software.

+ Experience in construction and civil engineering.

+ Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

+ Field leadership qualities to manage crews and represent the company on job sites.

Work Environment

This position is with a small, family-owned business that values personality, kindness, and teamwork. The role reports directly to the Survey Manager and involves travel to job sites daily. You must be willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. The work hours are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with occasional Saturdays as needed. The company offers basic medical and dental insurance, life insurance, a 401k with matching, paid time off, short and long-term disability, safety incentives, and a career development program.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.