Survey Technician | Sharon Center, Richfield, and Kent, OH

Position Overview

Davey Resource Group is seeking a Survey Technician to join our growing survey team. This is a field only, entry level position ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a strong work ethic, and is eager to learn the surveying profession through hands on experience and on the job training.

As a Survey Technician, you will work alongside experienced field staff on a variety of survey projects including boundary, topographic, utility, construction staking, and bathymetric surveys. This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a long-term career in surveying with room to grow, develop technical skills, and advance within the company.

Job Duties

What You'll Do:

• Work alongside experienced survey crews in the field on a variety of survey projects.


• Assist with boundary, ALTA, right-of-way, topographic, utility, bathymetric, and construction staking surveys.


• Set up, adjust, and operate surveying equipment including total stations, levels, GPS equipment, and other field technology.


• Collect field data, take notes, and assist with measurements and staking activities.


• Support field crews with daily survey tasks while learning proper procedures, equipment use, and survey methods.


• Work safely outdoors in a variety of weather, terrain, and site conditions.


• Travel to project sites as needed and assist with physically active fieldwork.


• Learn the surveying profession through hands-on training, mentorship, and real-world field experience.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications

• 0–3 years of surveying-related experience preferred, but willing to train the right candidate.


• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Surveying and Mapping preferred, but not required.


• Current, valid driver’s license required.


• Ability and willingness to work outdoors full-time in varying weather and field conditions.


• Ability to perform physically active work, including walking uneven terrain and carrying equipment.


• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.


• Interest in building a long-term career in the surveying field.

Additional Information

Completitive pay rates based on experience, starting at $25 - $30 per hour.

What We Offer:*

• Paid time off and paid holidays.


• Opportunities for advancement.


• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided.


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.


• Employee-owned company and discounted stock purchase options.


• Group Health Plan.


• Employee Referral Bonus Program:  Send-A-Friend.


• Locations throughout the United States in major cities and desirable areas.


• Career Development Program supported by industry expert safety specialists and skilled trainers.


• The Davey Tree Family Scholarship for children of employees.


• Charitable matching gift program.

*All listed benefits available to eligible employees.

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, Inc., headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities for persons interested in the field of urban forestry. We are seeking teamwork-oriented individuals with excellent written and oral communication skills. Candidates should possess a professional work ethic with attention to detail and safety. Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of natural resource consulting services to clients in the private and public sectors, including urban forestry consulting and tree inventories, urban forest canopy assessments, and urban forestry management planning. 

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