Survey Technician - Portland, OR

About the role

Your impact At Jacobs, we challenge conventional thinking to shape innovative, enduring solutions for tomorrow. If you're seeking a rewarding career alongside the industry's most talented and forward-thinking professionals, Jacobs is where you belong.

Responsibilities

• Work in the field to complete control, boundary, topography, laser scanning, and other tasks on a one or two-person crew.
• Collect survey data using GNSS receivers, scanners, total stations, levels, and survey controllers.
• Produce clear and concise field notes and quality field data for post processing.
• Communicate with project manager and/or project surveyor about technical and status aspects of the project.
• Work outdoors in variable weather conditions and varied terrain.
• Perform the office complete field data download and reduction, network/traverse adjustments, boundary/control calculation, feature code processing in CAD.
• Collaborate with a multi-discipline team.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including safety protocols.
• Represent Jacobs in the field with a professional image.

Requirements

• 2+ years’ experience as an Instrument Operator, Party Chief or Survey Technician
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in applicable field
• Valid driver’s license
• Good social and communication skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Ability to pass drug screen and background checks

Qualifications

• Experience with Trimble equipment and software
• CST, LSI or PLS certification

Skills

• Proficiency with GNSS and Robotic Total Station equipment
• Knowledge of DOT and Municipal Infrastructure surveys

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $71,000.00 to $120,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.