Survey Technician

About the role

Veenstra & Kimm, now part of Kleinfelder, is seeking a full-time Surveyor with five or more years of experience to join our Coralville, Iowa office. This role offers the opportunity to grow into a professional position within a thriving consulting firm specializing in municipal and utility engineering and surveying services across Iowa.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-the-field surveys for topography, boundary, control, construction staking, and as-builts.
• Review and verify survey data for accuracy, precision, completeness, and compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct data analysis, calculations, and adjustments related to survey measurements and control networks.
• Operate advanced Trimble survey equipment, including GNSS Base/Rover and robotic total stations; may operate bathymetric echosounder or UAS equipment with required certifications.
• Assist engineers, project managers, and other professionals to ensure survey data supports project design and construction requirements.
• Perform office-based tasks such as CAD drafting, data processing, and analysis of raw survey data.
• Maintain detailed and organized records of survey work, including field notes, sketches, and digital files.
• Participate in field reconnaissance, stakeout, establishment of control networks, and monumentation.
• Follow all safety protocols and industry best practices during fieldwork.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a survey crew assistant performing surveys in topography, control, and construction staking.
• A technical degree in surveying and/or CAD (e.g., Associate of Applied Science) or a related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of survey techniques, instrumentation, data analysis, and geographical mapping.
• Proficiency in survey-related software such as Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley OpenRoads Designer.
• Basic understanding of the Iowa RTN GNSS State and Regional coordinate systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, strip maps, and construction plans.
• Valid driver’s license to operate company-owned vehicles.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed and assist with projects in other offices with minimal travel outside the Des Moines metro area.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of legal documents and records related to land surveys.
• Desire to advance knowledge to become a certified survey technician or Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT).
• Interest in acquiring an FAA remote pilot certificate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available 30 days after employment.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, plus additional supplemental insurances.
• Clothing allowance.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid time off and 9 paid holidays.
• Paid training and development opportunities, both on-site and off-site.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.