LAND SURVEYOR (LAND SURVEYOR I)
The Land Surveyor I position is an entry-level role supporting survey crews in collecting accurate survey data and performing calculations for various types of surveys including route, bridge, hydraulic, and property surveys. The role requires operation and reading of survey instruments, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication within a hybrid work environment at Confidential Client.
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Position overview
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Land Surveyor I to join a highways and intermodal project implementation team in Ottawa, IL. This role supports survey crews by collecting accurate field measurements and operating/reading surveying instruments used for route, bridge, hydraulic, and property surveys.
- Location: Ottawa, IL (work address: 700 E Norris Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350)
- Employment type: Full-time
- Work hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday
- Hybrid schedule: Anticipated availability from 1 to 5 days per week in office depending on operational needs
- Union: This is a union position; provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement apply
- Vacancies: Multiple openings
Key responsibilities
- Ensure accurate collection and recording of survey data using standard surveying instruments.
- Operate and read total stations, levels, GPS equipment, and other crew instruments.
- Perform calculations from instrument readings and present results in meaningful formats for design and construction teams.
- Follow departmental safety procedures and maintain a professional, equitable work environment.
- Assist survey crew with route, bridge, hydraulic, and property survey tasks.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Current registration as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Illinois; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in land surveying from an accredited college/university PLUS successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FE/FS) exam or possession of a Surveyor Intern license; OR
- Bachelor’s degree in a related science with at least 24 semester hours of land surveying coursework PLUS successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying exam or possession of a Surveyor Intern license.
Preferred qualifications
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Good problem-solving abilities.
- Experience or familiarity with highway construction, design, or surveying practices.
- Comfort operating standard surveying instruments (total station, GPS, levels).
Conditions of employment
- Successful completion of background screening and any required onboarding checks.
- Must be able to perform fieldwork and travel to project sites as needed.
Compensation & benefits
- Anticipated starting salary: $4,256 monthly ($51,072/year).
- Full range: $4,256–$7,327 monthly ($51,072–$87,924/year).
- Benefits may include (subject to client policy): health, vision, dental, life insurance; pension plan; paid leave (sick, vacation, personal); paid parental leave; tuition reimbursement; employee assistance programs; and standard state or municipal holidays. Exact benefits will be provided by the employing client.
Why join this team
Working with Confidential Client offers meaningful public-facing work supporting safe and efficient transportation. The team values innovation, collaboration, and career development with training and advancement opportunities.
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