Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT)

MacKay Sposito is seeking a full-time Land Surveyor in Training - LSIT to join our expanding Land Surveying team in Roseville, CA.  In this role, you will contribute to a wide range of surveying projects from boundary and topographic work to construction staking and mapping, while gaining valuable experience and mentorship on the path to full licensure. Project experience in land development & infrastructure surveying, and an interest in growth within the discipline are preferred. 

We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. If that sounds good to you, let’s talk. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect and process survey data using GPS, scanners, and total stations to produce accurate measurements.
• Create boundary, topographic and construction survey drawings and maps.
• Assist survey crew with field layout and staking for construction and boundary projects.
• Prepare survey reports and other deliverables for clients and internal use.
• Ensure QA/QC and adherence to industry standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with engineers and surveyors to support successful project completion.

Minimum Qualifications:

• LSIT certification required (Fundamentals of Surveying exam passed).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with GIS software.
• Understanding of survey principles, methods, and procedures.
• Ability to collaborate with the survey team, engineers and project managers.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with Trimble Business Center.
• Previous field work experience.
• Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
• Comfort with varied field conditions and travel across project sites.
• Interest in pursuing PLS license.

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.   
• An excellent reputation - Through our 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• A focus on community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we support several local organizations focusing on community pillars surrounding veterans and the youth. Our team members serve in volunteer positions as commissioners, committee and board members, youth coaches, and participate across a broad range of initiatives. 

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest and dedicated to their work. We know work isn't only about who you work for, it is also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate to make great things possible. 

We believe firmly in the principle of constructive candor – always telling the client everything they need to know to make fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed and supportive environment, we’re able to challenge our people to be the best that they can be, and to celebrate every success.

Who We Are:

With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we now deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.  

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage range for this position is $30-60/hr depending on experience.  

Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. 

As a federal Contractor we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Open until filled.