Land Surveyor

Position Summary

As the Land Surveyor I, you will work on‑site in Alaska and be responsible for the use of surveying equipment, including collection and use of spatial data for mapping and construction. You will also be responsible for creating maps, reports, and figures to support projects and for organizing and managing data for reporting.

• Depending on accuracy requirements, use survey grade or mapping grade GNSS equipment, total station or differential level equipment to collect data for various environmental, design, and construction projects such as boring locations, field screening locations, sample locations etc.
• Use survey equipment to collect data sufficient to develop topographic basemaps.
• Use survey equipment to layout proposed locations.
• Manage, process and ensure quality of survey data being collected in the field.
• Input and plot coordinates from surveyor’s data and field notes.
• Conduct surveys using differential leveling and Real‑Time Kinematic (RTK) GPS.

• Develop geodatabases compliant with client standards.
• Integrate geodatabases with other data management tools.
• Produce maps using raster and vector spatial data structures.
• Prepare maps with point, line and polygon datasets.
• Establish and update metadata.
• Incorporate AutoCAD drawings into ArcGIS mapping.
• Ensure good cartography and engineering design with proper scaling.

• Produce maps using raster and vector spatial data structures.
• Prepare maps with point, line and polygon datasets.
• Edit shapefile data using CAD drafting tools.
• Bring data (survey) from the field and process into database and map deliverables.

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

• Collect, create and manage survey data, including design and use of relational databases and querying tools.
• Proficient in ESRI ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook in addition to Microsoft Access.
• Must be adept at understanding map projections, vertical and geodetic datums, and coordinate system transformations.
• Must be adept at understanding technical aspects of field work for conversion to maps and graphics.
• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with Trimble products preferred.

• One to five years’ experience in a survey crew.
• Associate of Science degree in geomatics, survey engineering, land surveying, geodesy, remote sensing or related discipline required.
• Strong experience in the theory and practice of collecting and reducing survey data.
• Experience in construction surveying, machine control modeling and civil construction projects.
• Candidate must be able to achieve licensure as an Alaska PLS at a future date.
• Ability to pass a drug, driving and background screenings.

• Predominantly field assignments outdoors.
• Fieldwork for collection of spatial data may require travel in aircraft, motor vehicles, ATVs and/or watercraft for periods of days to weeks, generally in remote locations.
• Outdoor conditions may be subject to changes in weather conditions and noise levels.
• Must be willing and able to travel and work long hours to support rigorous timelines.

• Standing and stooping for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity with good hand‑eye coordination and motion control for handling equipment in the field.

• Competitive wages and bonus programs – We believe in developing our employees to progressively advance in their careers. We achieve this by providing you with annual performance reviews with recommendations on training to achieve your goals.
• Mentorship Program designed for employees to formalize a working relationship between seasoned professionals and young professionals to develop specific areas of knowledge to grow their careers within the family of companies.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health insurance through the Federal Employee Benefit…