Entry-Level Land Surveyor

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Assistant Surveyor who enjoys working outdoors and being part of a collaborative field team. This position supports licensed surveyors and survey party chiefs by assisting with a variety of field surveying activities, including topographic surveys, boundary surveys, land title surveys, and construction staking.

Surveying is a critical component of construction and civil engineering projects. Through accurate field data collection and precise measurements, our survey teams help ensure projects are built correctly, safely, and in compliance with applicable standards. The work performed by our technicians plays a key role in supporting infrastructure that contributes to safe, efficient, and sustainable communities.

In this role, you will travel to project sites at various stages of construction and work outdoors in a variety of terrain and weather conditions. This position is ideal for someone with foundational field experience who is looking to continue developing their technical skills within a professional surveying environment.

This position includes:

• Company-provided PPE (personal protective equipment).

• Work boot reimbursement program.

• Cell phone reimbursement options.

• Fully paid training and hands-on learning opportunities.

• Participation in our mentorship program, including shadowing and learning from experienced survey professionals.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Previous experience working in a field, construction, outdoor, or hands-on environment is preferred but not required.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to contribute in a fast-paced, field-oriented environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and maintain a strong focus on safety.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean motor vehicle (MVR) record.
• Ability to travel as needed (travel requirements will vary by project).

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as required for field equipment and materials.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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