Survey Technician

The role

The Survey Technician performs field surveying, layout verification, quality control measurements, and construction staking. This role supports mission-critical construction projects including hyperscale data centers and advanced manufacturing facilities.

What you will do

• Perform construction staking and layout for foundations, structural steel, equipment pads, underground utilities, roadways, electrical infrastructure, and building components.
• Operate and maintain Trimble total stations, GNSS/GPS receivers, robotic instruments, and data collectors.
• Utilize Topcon survey equipment and software to process, manage, and maintain accurate field data.
• Interpret engineering drawings, BIM models, civil plans, utility plans, and specifications to establish project control points.
• Verify as-built conditions and perform quality assurance/quality control surveys.
• Establish and maintain horizontal and vertical control networks on active construction sites.
• Collaborate with project management and field operations teams to resolve layout discrepancies.
• Generate survey reports, field notes, stakeout documentation, and as-built deliverables.
• Assist with reality capture activities utilizing laser scanning, GPS technologies, and drone-based mapping programs.
• Ensure surveying activities align with project schedules.

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of construction surveying experience
• Working knowledge of survey principles, coordinate systems, control networks, and construction layout procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel to project sites as required
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all safety regulations
• Ability to safely navigate active construction sites

Nice to have

• Associate degree in Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, mission-critical, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or data center construction projects
• 3+ years of experience with Trimble surveying technologies
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center (TBC), Trimble Siteworks, Trimble Access, Trimble GNSS/GPS Systems, and Robotic Total Stations
• Experience integrating survey data with BIM/VDC workflows and Autodesk platforms
• Familiarity with data center construction, electrical infrastructure, and mission-critical facilities
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• FAA Part 107 Drone License

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner with a national presence. Their service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.