DOD SkillBridge Program - Survey Technician

About the role

Bolton & Menk is seeking a Survey Technician through the DOD SkillBridge Program. SkillBridge is a Department of Defense program that helps service members gain civilian work experience. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Southeast, Midwest, and beyond. DOD SkillBridge Program - Survey Technicians engage in a 3‑month immersive experience predominately collaborating with seasoned crew chiefs in the field, where they can apply their newly acquired skills to actual work projects. This opportunity can be based out of our Fargo or Bismarck, ND offices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with boundary surveys, construction staking, topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, and GPS data collection
• Perform construction staking
• Gain experience with Trimble, Robotic Total Station, and GPS equipment
• Interact with staff, landowners, contractors, and subcontractors

Requirements

• Must be a Military Service Member with 180 days of service or fewer remaining before your separation date
• Ability to work in extended outdoor conditions
• Physically capable of navigating rugged terrain to perform the duties outlined
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the firm’s standard rates
• Must own their own transportation (reimbursed for business‑related travel)
• A check of the candidate's motor vehicle record will be conducted as part of on‑boarding
• Relocation and housing are not included
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, part‑time, or internship basis without restriction
• Bolton & Menk does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position

Qualifications

• General knowledge of land surveying (preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD drafting (preferred)

Benefits

• Military Affinity Group
• Competitive compensation plan – overtime compensation available to most employees
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
• ESOP – Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company‑paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short term and long‑term disability
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance