What are the responsibilities and job description for the Land Surveyor-in-Training position at LT Leon Associates?
Job Title: Land Surveyor-in-Training
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Position Type: Full Time
LT Leon Associates is a growing engineering services firm located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Established in 2009, we specialize in water resources, conservation, transportation, and sustainable
infrastructure across Iowa and the Midwest. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering
innovative solutions that enhance communities and the natural environment. At LT Leon, we are
engineering an improved standard of living.
Job Description:
LT Leon Associates is currently seeking to hire a full-time Land Surveyor-in-Training (LSIT)
to assist survey crews in collecting field data for engineering and construction projects. The ideal
candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience working within technical
teams.
The LSIT will work under the guidance of a Professional Land Surveyor to conduct various survey
projects that may include: rivers/streams, wetlands, conservation, transportation (roads, trails,
transit, aviation, and rail), pipelines, and facilities.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Produce control, boundary, topography, ALTA, right of way, hydrographic, and
construction surveying services.
- Search legal records, survey records, and land titles to obtain information about property
boundaries.
- Calculate geographic positions from survey data, property lines and other characteristics
of terrain.
- Perform utility research and create stake out points
- Perform construction staking and as-built surveys.
- Operate survey-related software.
- Coordinate with office staff members, clients, and other key stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively with clients, engineers, project managers, and regulatory
agencies.
- Operate and maintain survey vehicles.
- Document work performed and prepare any required daily reports.
- Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
- Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain survey equipment.
- Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain hydrographic survey equipment, including
single-beam sonar, jonboat, canoe, and kayak.
- Perform field data collection for aerial imagery, LiDAR and other remote sensing data.
- Perform other duties as assigned
1823 Ohio Street, Suite 101 DES MOINES IA 50314 P515.422.7016 WWW.LTLEON.COM
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Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in Survey or Civil Engineering and 4 years of survey experience.
or
- Bachelor’s degree in Survey or Civil Engineering
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Current Survey-in-Training license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Must be able to lift and carry survey equipment (up to 50 lbs.).
Skills:
- Proficient with Trimble robotic total station and GPS equipment (Preferred).
- Knowledge of quality, safety, and regulatory standards in surveying.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Relevant computer skills preferred – AutoCAD Civil3D, Microstation/Geopak, and
ArcGIS.
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Retirement Plan with company match
- A fun, casual, and professional office environment
- Company-covered training and professional development
LT Leon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national
origin, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Apply Now:
Please submit resume and letter of interest to careers@ltleon.com. All inquiries are confidential.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.