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Quanta Services

Land Surveyor

Draper, UT · On-site

Verify as-built conditions and prepare final survey documentation for project closeout. * Assist with identifying and resolving discrepancies in design documents and field conditions. * Compliance ...

Jones & DeMille Engineering

Professional Land Surveyor

UT · On-site

$80K - $125K/yr

Project & Client Management • Accountable for the systematic and consistent design for multiple surveying projects, contributing to the overall success of the office and our organization • Assist ...

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What is a surveyor assistant?

Surveyor Assistants support licensed surveyors in the measurement and mapping of land, construction sites, and property boundaries. Their duties often include setting up equipment, recording measurements, clearing survey areas, and assisting in data collection both in the field and office. They play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of surveying projects, making it easier for surveyors to make precise calculations and decisions. Surveyor Assistants typically work outdoors and may travel to various job sites depending on project needs.

What does a surveyor assistant do?

As a surveyor assistant, you help conduct land surveys. As part of your duties, you may hold equipment as directed, call out readings, write numbers, mark distances, and use measuring devices as needed. Surveyor assistants usually work directly under field surveyors and travel to job sites as part of a larger team. While fulfilling your responsibilities, you may coordinate with other assistants, clear brush and trees, place stakes, and perform other tasks. Some surveyor assistants collect soil and water samples to test in labs. Being a surveyor assistant requires the ability to memorize and follow established guidelines and procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surveyor assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surveyor Assistant, you need a background in mathematics, basic surveying principles, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by on-the-job training. Familiarity with GPS equipment, total stations, data collectors, and CAD software is typically expected. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work well in a team are standout soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate measurements, reliable data collection, and effective collaboration on survey projects.

What are the typical responsibilities of a surveyor assistant during a field survey project?

As a Surveyor Assistant, your daily tasks usually include setting up and operating surveying equipment, marking measurements, and recording data under the supervision of a licensed surveyor. You may also be responsible for clearing vegetation to access survey sites, carrying equipment, and helping to ensure accuracy by double-checking measurements. Teamwork is essential, as you will frequently collaborate with surveyors and other assistants to complete tasks efficiently and safely. Fieldwork can involve travel and working outdoors in various weather conditions, which adds variety but also requires adaptability.
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Land Survey Laborer (Surveyor Apprentice)

Vernal, UT • On-site

Uintah Engineering and Land Surveying
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Learn how to become a Land Surveyor!

This position supports a Surveyor while performing boundary surveys and staking. You will learn how to become a Land Surveyor. We are looking for a motivated individual who likes to be out in "the field" and is dedicated, loyal, hard-working, and gets satisfaction out of a full day's work.


One critical component of this role is that it requires quite a bit of out-of-town work, on many occasions, 5 days a week. We pay for accommodations and provide a per diem for food and other expenses. We will have you home most weekends, but there could be occasion for weekend work as well. You would be travelling to desolate and undeveloped areas of land, marking locations for future development or re-development. The travel to and from the site is also paid.


To give you an idea of what the day looks like:

Morning tasks:

  • Check with Crew Chief for daily scope of work - Load any and all needed equipment (GPS equipment, batteries, survey equipment, radios, hard hats, steel toe boots & other PPE) - Top off and load needed survey supplies (lath, paint, flagging spikes, red/white flags, posts & any other necessities) - Keep company vehicle clean.

Throughout the day:

  • Be prepared to drive to and from the job site.
  • Set up and tear down GPS base, carry all the supplies in a lath bag, backpack or belt.
  • Make sure to have enough water and anything else you may need throughout the day (Always plan on being gone for most of the day).

End of the work day:

  • Unload any equipment not needed.
  • Put all batteries on chargers. (Make sure they are charging)
  • Check with Crew Chief before going home.

Weekly Tasks:

  • Monday's time is due for the previous week worked; enter time
  • Friday's should be a day to clean equipment. (Unload and wipe down GPS, wash trucks, and clean office, bathrooms and shop areas.) Check with all Crew Chiefs to see if there is anything needing to be done.

Education: High School Diploma / GED Knowledge: 6+ months experience as a Surveying Assistant (Preferred) Communication Skills: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Additional: Ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift 75 lbs. Honest, Professional, Organized, Pays Attention to detail, Dependability, Thoroughness, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control, Safety Conscious, Strong Work Ethic, Self-driven with little or no supervision. Must have current and valid drivers license with MVR that meets Company requirements. Must be willing and able to enroll in a drug & alcohol screening and criminal background program.


Working Conditions: Mental and physical labors are a part of this job. Working conditions is mostly outdoor and the job is subject to extreme weather conditions. Must be able to walk for long periods of time and/or operate ATV's through a variety of terrains.


Driver's License and clean driving record required

Benefits:

  • 401(k) Match / 5%
  • Health Insurance / Currently Company paid
  • Dental insurance Currently Company paid
  • Health Savings Account / Employer contribution
  • Vision Insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program


Schedule:


  • 8 hour shift (some overtime is typical)
  • Day shift

UELS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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