GAI Consultants, Inc. · 1 month ago
Assistant Survey Field Technician
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expGAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Survey Technician to work with the Florida Transportation Market Sector within their Transportation Business Unit. The successful candidate will assist surveyors in obtaining and computing land measurement data, while enjoying a team-oriented environment that supports professional growth and development.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Assists surveyors and other mapmakers in obtaining and computing data relevant to measuring land surfaces
Obtains land survey data, such as angles, elevations, points, and contours, using electronic distance measuring equipment and other surveying instruments
Places and recovers markings, stakes, and other such signifiers at work locations
Compiles notes, sketches, and records of survey data obtained and work performed
Performs work under direct supervision
Handles basic issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff
Possesses beginning to working knowledge of the subject matter
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills
Documenting/recording skills
Computer skills
Physical requirements of this position include outdoor work, standing, and walking on uneven terrain in various temperatures and weather conditions. Exposure to outdoor elements, and insects
Must know survey nomenclature, should understand how to download or transfer files from the data collector, able to operate total stations, data collector, etc.; intermediate GPS/Survey skills; ability to set up tri-pods, levels, solid understanding of equipment usage including calibration, and care of delicate and expensive equipment; must have a steady hand and allow for proper measurements required for survey technical work; must be able to occasionally work at heights in certain environmental conditions, wade through water; ride in a boat; swimming skills (Preferred); ability to safely use hand tools, etc
At this level, this individual can operate as an experienced instrument person requiring minimal supervision. This role also serves as a junior survey crew chief, runs crews when necessary, trains to become a party chief
Can work independently or lead crews when necessary
Possess intermediate oral and written communication skills; interacts well with other staff, able to motivate others, ability to function positively in a team environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelors or better in Surveying and Mapping or related field
2 years: Assisting surveyors and other mapmakers in obtaining and computing data relevant to measuring land surfaces
Driver's License
Preferred
Swimming skills
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, company paid Long Term Disability and Short-Term Disability (benefits start within 30 days of hire)
New paid Maternity/Paternity/Adoption program
Generous Paid Time Off and 7 paid holidays
401k company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
GAI Consultants, Inc.
Transforming ideas into reality® since 1958, GAI Consultants is an engineering, planning, and environmental consulting firm that provides customized solutions and local expertise to clients in the power, transportation, development, government, and industrial markets.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Comvest Partners
2022-10-13Private Equity
Leadership Team
Gary DeJidas
President / CEO
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2025-05-28
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