Survey Field Technician (Twin Falls)

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Survey Field Technician 

Location: Twin Falls, ID

J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking to hire a Survey Field Technician to work in our successful Twin Falls, Idaho office. Our purpose at J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is “Helping Each Other Create Better Communities.” We foster a supportive and team-oriented environment to solve problems that improve society, while providing employees growth opportunities and an expansive benefits package. We attract and retain the best people because we provide an enriching environment for our employees to build their careers in the communities where they live. J-U-B offers a clearly defined career path, a sense of belonging, and opportunities for employees to use their talents in a team environment. We are one of the largest professional engineering companies in the Intermountain West, with over 20 offices across seven states. There are ample opportunities to collaborate with other offices on projects, widening your experience and network.

While the role is field-forward, we value candidates who can also contribute in the office when workload requires — processing data, assisting with drafting, conducting records research, and supporting preparation of survey deliverables. This flexibility strengthens our team and provides meaningful professional development.

We are building well-rounded survey professionals — not merely instrument operators.

What You’ll Do

The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Serve as Survey Crew Lead or perform field work autonomously on assigned projects

Set up and operate GNSS receivers, data collectors, robotic total stations, terrestrial scanners, digital levels, and related survey equipment

Interpret plans and staking calculations to perform construction staking in municipal, urban, and rural environments

Perform boundary retracement field investigations and recover survey monumentation

Collect topographic data for pre-design surveys using prescribed methods, procedures, and J-U-B standards

Ensure adherence to direction provided by the Professional Land Surveyor(s) responsible for the work, particularly regarding accuracy, completeness, quality control, and defensibility

Maintain clear, organized, and legally defensible field documentation and digital records

Perform routine field calculations and quality checks

Maintain survey vehicles and equipment in safe, organized working condition

Coordinate daily field activities and communicate effectively with the Survey Team and project staff

Uphold safety protocols and exercise sound professional judgment

Perform physically demanding tasks in varied terrain and weather conditions

Office / Technical Responsibilities:

Process field data using Trimble Business Center and/or Civil 3D

Assist with preparation of survey deliverables, including surveys, exhibits, and supporting documentation

Conduct records research including surveys, deeds, subdivision plats, easements, right-of-way documents, and BLM/GLO materials

Perform closures, dimension verification, and quality control review

Prepare field information packets and project documentation

Coordinate underground utility locate requests

Assist with maintaining organized digital and physical survey files

Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of current and evolving competence

Technology & Specialized Skills: (Preferred)

Experience with Trimble equipment and software

Experience operating UAV/drone systems for survey data collection

Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred

Experience with terrestrial LiDAR scanning equipment and point cloud processing

Familiarity with GNSS workflows and control procedures

Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Trimble Business Center

Requirements:

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

2+ years of land surveying experience required; 5+ years preferred

Party Chief / Crew Lead experience preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record

Working knowledge of boundary procedures and construction staking practices

Strong attention to detail and sound analytical judgment

Ability to work independently and take ownership of field assignments

Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions

Flexibility to work extended hours when project schedules require

Passage of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Exam (LSI Certification), or the desire to pursue certification and eventual licensure, is encouraged. We actively mentor individuals who demonstrate initiative toward professional growth within the surveying profession.

What We Offer

We believe great work deserves great rewards.

Competitive salary: $26.00 – $36.00 per hour, depending on experience 

Professional development and career growth opportunities 

Coaching and Mentorship programs

Performance bonuses for qualified employees 

Generous vacation and sick leave programs (increases with tenure)

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 

401(k) with company match and profit sharing 

Education Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Health club subsidy

A collaborative, team-centered work environment 

Employee ownership opportunities after qualified years of service

The application window will be open through November 4, 2026. Applications will be reviewed frequently, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.

See our website for more benefit details: Next Chapter Starts Here

At J-U-B ENGINEERS, you'll do more than advance your career. You'll help deliver meaningful projects, become part of an employee-owned organization, and contribute to stronger communities throughout the Intermountain West.

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