What are the responsibilities and job description for the Survey - Technician position at Ayres?
Finding the right fit:
Our land survey group delivers expertise to our internal and external clients. The services are provided by a cohesive team of crew chiefs, technicians, professional land surveyors, and project managers, bringing consistent and reliable deliverables through an array of resources available to our employees and clients. The Land Survey Group at Ayres Associates is seeking an individual in our Tampa - Hidden River, FL office location. This is an ideal position for a qualified candidate with two to four (2-4) years of experience with the ability to work independently and as part of a survey crew.
On any given day, you'll:
- Perform a variety of field/office surveying and mapping tasks.
- Use survey field equipment such as GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations and Microstation/Civil 3D CADD platforms.
- Assist and communicate with crew chiefs, technicians and project managers in support of their duties as well as Professional Land Surveyors in preparation of land surveying documents.
- Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices.
- Overtime and occasional out-of-town and over-night travel is anticipated.
Required Qualifications:
- A two-year degree in Land Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology or a four-year degree in Land Surveying.
- A minimum of 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
- Technically sound in the use of survey equipment and software.
- Self-starter who can work independently and who can adapt to working in a team setting.
- Physical ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Desired Skills and Experiences:
- 2 or more years of relevant experience within the following surveying services:
- Design surveys, including transportation, utility, municipal, and site development.
- Geospatial control and LiDAR QA/QC.
- Construction layout for transportation, utility, building, and municipal projects.
- Land surveys, including ALTA and FDOT right-of-way plats.
- Experience with Trimble survey equipment and software.
- Experience with Civil3D/AutoCAD and Microstation.
- Ability to keep thorough notes and perform necessary survey calculations.
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and project managers.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret construction drawings.
- Interest in obtaining UAS Part 107 certification.
- Interest in operating HD Terrestrial Scanning Equipment and processing point cloud data.
- Interest in pursuing Florida Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license.
- Motivated individuals interested in career growth.
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:
- Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Development
- Paid membership dues to professional organizations
- Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
- Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.
- Work/Life Balance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
- Flexible work schedules
- Financial
- Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Social
- Peer recognition program and mentor programs
- Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
- Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, People with Disabilities
