Survey Technician

DescriptionFinding the right fit: Work doesn’t feel like work when you do what you love and are passionate about your profession. That’s Ayres to a T. Our hard-working technicians, crew chiefs, professional land surveyors, and project managers are the epitome of teamwork, support, and collaboration. And as we prepare for future growth, we invite you to join us on the journey. Our land survey group is seeking a survey field technician to join our Fort Collins, CO office. This is the perfect position for someone motivated by career growth and the opportunity to help chart the course for success in a growing division of Ayres – a nationwide leader in the architecture and engineering industry. Our nationally recognized land survey and geospatial 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 internal and external clients. We’re excited to offer a competitive compensation package to a qualified candidate with limited experience, providing them the opportunity to develop the technical skills necessary to grow and be successful as a surveying professional. On any given day you’ll:

Perform a variety of field/office survey and mapping tasks.

Use survey field equipment such as GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, Trimble Access software, and Civil 3D CADD platform.

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 overnight travel are anticipated.

Required Qualifications:

Physical ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.

Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

High school diploma

Desired Skills and Experiences: 

A two-year degree in land surveying or civil engineering technology.

0-4 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 right-of-way plats.

Experience with Trimble survey equipment and software.

Experience with Civil3D/AutoCAD.

Ability to keep thorough notes and perform necessary survey calculations.

Ability to effectively communicate with clients and project managers.

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 DisabilitiesOur good-faith compensation approach is fair and equitable, and takes into consideration only permissible factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, training, skills, and experience, and geographic location where the work is performed. A salary range for this posting is $25.00 - $32.00 / hour. The foregoing salary range represents what the company believes, in good-faith, it will pay for the posted opportunity. The individual selected for this role will be evaluated with the compensation factors in mind and placed appropriately.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)