Field Survey Technician bei Pennoni

Pennoni is hiring!  In particular, we are looking for a Field Survey Technician to contribute to our field surveying operations on a full-time, direct basis in the Newark, DE area.  This person will work on a variety of initiatives with an emphasis on surveying for Transportation, Industrial, and Land Development projects; if you are a Team Player and Problem Solver that can adapt well to new situations while working with a high level of accuracy, then we encourage you to apply!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Adjust & operate surveying instrument (i.e.:  prisms, total stations, GPS / electronic distance-measuring equipment, auto-levels, etc.).
• Record survey measurements and descriptive data (using notes, drawings, sketches, and data collection files).
• Utilize rods for bench loops and cross-section elevations.
• Position targets that Operators use for sighting in order to measure angles, distances, and elevations.
• Search, stake, and recover sectional & property corners as well as other survey monumentation.
• Perform manual labor such as cutting brush to clear lines, carrying materials (e.g.:  stakes, rebar, and other items), and staking survey monumentation.
• Perform various surveying tasks:  topographic surveys, boundary surveys, construction stakeouts, etc.
• Work with a variety of clients / projects:  industrial facilities, government facilities, etc.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least one year of professional experience working in Field / Land Surveying and/or Construction; OR
• Associate's degree in Surveying Technology or an equivalent discipline (RECENT & UPCOMING GRADUATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!).

 This person will be expected to work in the field, so they will be required to possess a Valid Driver’s License as well as a clean driving record.  Additionally, this role will require passing a Background Check and Drug Test without issue.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal training in Land Surveying or a related field of study (especially Civil Engineering Technology).
• Experience working in field-based roles with physically-demanding tasks; this is a physically-demanding position, as this person will be expected to perform manual labor.
• Experience with Land Surveying; exposure to modern Survey methods, best practices, and technologies is preferred.
• Proficiency with relevant technologies / tools (e.g.:  Total Stations, HDLS, GIS, etc.); experience with RTS (Robotic Total Stations), GPS, Leica Geosystems HW & SW, and/or High-Definition Laser Scanning equipment is a plus!
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications, especially with MS-Excel; exposure to CAD is a plus!
• Proven ability to adapt to new situations; this person will be expected to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention-to-detail skills with the proven ability to work with a high-level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded almost six decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions.  Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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