Survey Technician

About the Firm

Our mission: Transforming infrastructure for the next generation with passion and kindness.

We provide quality, cost-effective engineering services to state and local governments and private-sector clients across New York State and Pennsylvania. Our project portfolio features experience in bridge, highway, and structural design; condition and safety inspection; civil and site engineering support; construction inspection and administration; survey and mapping; and hydrographic services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We have an opening for a Survey Technician working out of our Buffalo, Rochester or Syracuse office.


Scope of Duties:

The following are typical but not all-encompassing duties for this position:

Prepare maps and drawings from survey field data

Make adjustments to field calculations

Prepare survey control reports

Develop 3D surface models

Prepare pre-calculation for field crews to take to the field for stake-out

Post-process static GPS or submit to OPUS

Post-process LiDAR data; register point clouds (not required)

Incorporate conventional and LiDAR data into projects (not required)

Manage CAD computer files


Qualifications:

Minimal Formal Education / Instruction in CAD; 2-year degree preferred

CAD and computer skills (MicroStation, InRoads, Microsoft office, etc.)

Experience with survey data

Able to read and understand the terminology and symbols used in survey notes, plans, and maps for use

in developing design mapping

Able to accurately transformation provided in numerical, written, sketched, or electronic format to

design plan drawings

Able to understand and apply client CAD standards


Salary Range: $21.65-$28.85/hour*


We offer a comprehensive benefits package with excellent opportunity for advancement. Prudent Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*Actual compensation may vary based on work experience, location, market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

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