Land Surveying Technician

RESPEC, a 100 percent employee-owned engineering consulting company, provides a variety of engineering services in several fields—mining, water, data, and infrastructure. We are seeking a full-time land surveying technician to join our Land Development Services team in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Working at RESPEC means working on world-class projects in your own backyard. You will use state-of-the-art technologies and collaborate with experienced teams to bring innovative ideas to life. This position offers a great career opportunity for a dynamic, energetic individual who wants to develop professionally.

The successful candidate will have 2 or more years of experience and either have passed the Fundamentals of Land Surveying Exam or will within 6 months. Duties for this position include conducting boundary, control, American Land Title Association (ALTA), and topographic design survey; researching records; assisting in writing technical portions of proposals; preparing legal descriptions; calculating boundary corner search/staking coordinates; assisting with drawing and deliverable reviews; and providing technical/CAD support for the land survey manager.

This career opportunity is a field-to-finish position. You will work independently or as a part of a two-person survey crew and collaborate with office staff. Part 107 and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) certifications as well as Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center experience are preferred.

Qualifications:

• Experience in using AutoCAD
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a detail-oriented teamwork environment
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computers and survey software
• Physical condition commensurate with travel and challenging physical activity within Alaska, Canada, and the Pacific Rim
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds while hiking irregular and sometimes uphill terrain
• Ability to work overtime and mobilize to work in remote areas for several days to a couple of weeks at a time.

Compensation:Typical salary range for this position is $60,000–$80,000. Salary depends on experience. Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown. We offer a comprehensive fringe-benefits package that consists of medical, vision, dental, holidays, paid leave, 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), continuing education, and professional societies. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the ESOP after a qualifying period.

Available Office Locations: Alaska | Fairbanks

Interviews: Interviews will be by appointment only.