Survey Data Tech/Field Technician

Posted 3 days ago

patriot surveying infrastructure pllcSummerville (SC)

Surveying and Mapping Technicians Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) Services

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About the role

About the Role & Company We are seeking a versatile, driven Survey Data / Field Technician to support large-scale infrastructure and linear energy projects across the country. This hybrid role bridges the gap between field collection and office processing, serving as a key transitional position for professionals advancing from field surveying into office-based technical data roles. You will split time between leading on-site data collection efforts and processing, modeling, and drafting incoming survey data in the office. By combining hands-on field expertise with technical drafting and data analysis, you will ensure our project teams deliver accurate, high-quality deliverables from initial setup through final plan sets. Office Location & Travel Flexibility Summerville, SC100% Travel Roles (CONUS Per Diem): In addition to locally based crews, we warmly welcome candidates with high travel availability to support major nationwide field projects. All 100% travel assignments include daily per diem allowances at standard CONUS (Continental U.S.) rates to support our personnel during active project deployments.

Essential Responsibilities: (Leadership & Execution)In the field, you will lead or support field measurement efforts, operating conventional and GPS surveying instruments including total stations, levels, and data collectors. You will read and interpret plans and construction drawings, guide field procedures, perform initial quality checks, and maintain detailed field notes, sketches, and logs. When leading on site, you will direct field setups, maintain safety protocols, and ensure assigned survey gear and vehicles are properly maintained and secured. In the office, you will process, manage, and verify incoming survey data for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to project specifications. You will use AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center to import field codes, analyze survey points, build surface models, and draft alignment drawings, plats, and legal descriptions. Additional office duties include conducting deed research, plotting record boundaries, maintaining organized digital file archives, and collaborating with Project Managers, Crew Chiefs, and office personnel to resolve discrepancies quickly. Physical Demands &

Work Environment: This position operates in both indoor office settings and outdoor field environments. Field duties involve walking and hiking across rough, steep, or uneven terrain in varying weather conditions, along with the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment. Office duties involve extended periods of sitting, detailed computer drafting, and lifting up to 25 pounds of project files or plot sets. Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination are necessary for both operating precision field instruments and executing detailed CAD workflows.

Qualifications & Requirements: Candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree in surveying, geomatics, or a related technical field preferred. A minimum of three to five years of progressive land surveying experience is required, demonstrating proficiency both on a field crew (such as Instrument Technician or Crew Chief) and in introductory office data processing. Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, Trimble Business Center, and Microsoft Office applications is required. Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean Motor Vehicle Record, pass a pre-employment drug screen and 7-year background check, and demonstrate the flexibility to balance office hours with outdoor travel assignments.

Why Join Us? At PSI, we provide a competitive compensation package paired with comprehensive health, financial, and wellness benefits. We offer clear pathways for career progression as you expand your capabilities across both field leadership and office-based data management. In addition, we foster a collaborative, safety-focused culture that values technical precision, professional development, and impactful work on vital infrastructure projects nationwide.

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