Survey Technician - New York City

Blew & Associates, P.A. is a leading national firm specializing in land surveying, engineering, and environmental services, boasting over 130 years of industry experience. We are seeking a Survey Crew Chief to meet the growing demands of our clients nationwide. The selected candidate will oversee survey activities conducted in the field and ensure the quality of all survey deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Collect data to ensure project completion: locate boundaries, pins, improvements, utilities, etc., while performing various project types, including ALTA, boundary, construction staking, and topographic surveys.
• Check and reduce raw field data, perform calculations, and download/file survey data.
• Perform project research as needed.
• Follow instructions and work orders from project managers.
• Communicate daily with your Field Project Manager to confirm schedule status and inform them when behind or ahead.
• Safely traverse and navigate rugged terrain in remote areas.
• Work outside in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, and muddy conditions, with high/precarious places.
• Transport heavy equipment to various job sites (regularly lift/move up to 25 lb, frequently lift/move up to 50 lb, occasionally lift/move up to 100 lb).
• Travel regionally and nationally often.
• Work overtime, including weekends as needed.
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with clients, contractors, and team members.
• Ensure projects are completed safely and efficiently, adhering to schedules and budgets.
• Maintain survey equipment and troubleshoot field issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Strong understanding of surveying concepts and practices.
• Proficient with survey equipment such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors.
• Part 107 license preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with CAD software, specifically Carlson AutoCAD, a plus but not required.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, delivering high‑quality work on time and within budget.

Benefits

• 95 % coverage of health benefits including medical and dental (optional family/dependent enrollment paid by employee at a group rate).
• 50 % company contribution towards vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• 401(k) matching: company matches 100 % of deferrals up to 3 % of compensation, plus 50 % of deferrals over 3 % up to a total of 5 % of compensation.
• 100 % employer‑paid short‑term disability with employee buy‑up options.
• 100 % employer‑paid life insurance coverage with employee buy‑up options.
• Holiday pay, sick pay, paid vacations, and paid parental leave.
• Per diem for any overnight stay.
• Overtime incentives.
• Possible year‑end bonuses based on performance and tenure.
• Apparel allotments for boots and work attire.
• Company truck.
• Company‑paid cell phone.
• Company equipment.