What are the responsibilities and job description for the Topographical Survey Technician position at Engineered Retaining Walls, LLC?
We're Hiring: Topographical Survey Technician – Help Us Save Homes!
Company: Engineered Retaining Walls®
Location: Murphy, NC (Travel required between Murphy and Asheville, NC)
Salary: $45,000 - $65,000 per year (based on experience) with performance-based increases up to $90,000
Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want to use your skills to make a real difference in the lives of people affected by devastating storms and natural disasters that not only happened in Western North Carolina, but throughout the entire Blue Ridge Mountain region? Engineered Retaining Walls® is one of only a handful of companies in the U.S. with a proven track record of saving homes from falling due to mudslides, slope failures, or retaining wall failures. Our work is critical in helping families rebuild their lives—and we need someone who shares our passion for protecting communities.
We're hiring a Topographical Survey Technician to perform crucial 3D spatial data collection and mapping, helping us engineer solutions that keep homes from collapsing.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain GeoSLAM ZEB Horizon and/or DJI Zenmuse L1 drone to collect high-precision spatial data.
- Perform 3D scans of project environments, including steep terrain and disaster-affected sites.
- Process collected data to create accurate, clean topographical maps with features like bare earth contours, elevations, house outlines, and driveways.
- Work closely with engineers and field teams to ensure the highest accuracy in site planning.
- Travel between project sites in Murphy, NC, and Asheville, NC to provide on-the-ground support for real-time disaster response and recovery efforts.
Qualifications:
- Experience in LiDAR and drone-based data collection for topographical analysis.
- Proficiency in processing and analyzing spatial data using relevant software (GeoSLAM Hub, ArcGIS, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar).
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in challenging environments.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between Murphy and Asheville, NC.
- A heart for community service—this job is about more than maps; it’s about protecting families and homes.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay with performance-based raises—opportunity to grow to $90,000 per year.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus short and long-term disability.
- 4% matching 401k PLUS profit sharing—because we believe in rewarding those who help us succeed.
- The opportunity to work on life-changing projects—be part of something bigger than yourself.
Join Us & Make an Impact
This is more than just a survey job. You will be part of a team that fights to save homes, protect families, and restore communities. If you want to apply your skills in a way that truly matters, we want to hear from you.
Apply Now: Send your resume and references to jobs@erwalls.com or visit www.erwalls.com to learn more about our mission.
Help us turn disaster zones into safe, stable homes. Be the difference.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Ability to Relocate:
- Murphy, NC 28906: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $65,000
