Office Survey Technician

MacKay Sposito is seeking a Survey Technician to join our survey team in Federal Way, Washington. This role assists survey staff in preparation of supporting data for land survey projects.  Conducts, analyzes and delivers specialized data for projects. You will have an opportunity to work with our multi-disciplined team of engineers, land surveyors, land use planners, landscape architects and environmental permitting specialists on a wide range of projects serving the energy, land development and public works market sectors. 

The difference between a job and a career is the opportunity for growth. At MacKay Sposito we’re always looking for ways to help you grow in your career by giving you tasks that stretch your abilities while providing you with the support to accomplish them. We’re eager to teach you new skills that will help you grow. 

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.  

Why join the MacKay Sposito team?

• A people-first culture - We are dedicated to our employees and their families. We want to do what’s best for them, and their well-being helps drive our business decisions.   
• Strong business development team - This position is supported by a talented, organized, and proven business development team and processes.  
• Excellent reputation - Through our nearly 50-year history, MacKay Sposito has built and maintained an excellent reputation in our community, and with our clients and business partners. You’ll be joining a team with a strong foundation and reputation that you can be proud to be part of.
• We give back to the community - MacKay Sposito and our employees believe in giving back to the communities we serve. As a firm, we supported a host of local organizations focusing on our community pillars of veterans and youth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply survey information and reduce field notes to layout and draft designs and drawings for projects.
• Perform base mapping, overlay preparation, and work on storm sewer, sanitary sewer, water main, and street design projects, including review site plans, layouts and publication mockups.
• Review and conduct field check data for compliance with jurisdictional codes, to ensure survey standards are met.
• Work with close supervision to complete a variety of office or field work as assigned such as preparing data, charts, plots, maps, records and documents related to surveys.
• Provide support to other departments such as preparing computer generated maps and exhibits.
• Prepare and maintain accurate survey and engineering records in support of licensed staff.
• Develop knowledge of federal, state, and local rules, laws, and regulations regarding survey.
• Occasional field work, including out of town travel.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in both field and office land surveying preferred.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D required.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center preferred.
• Must be a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail.

Our Values:

At MacKay Sposito, we’re serious about our work, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We have a unique and diverse mix of employees who enjoy each other’s company. In addition to having first-rate technical skills, we search out people who are friendly, honest, and dedicated to the team and their work.

We believe in constructive candor with our clients and colleagues - sharing our full knowledge and expertise to allow for fully informed decisions. By creating a positive, committed, and supportive environment, we are able to challenge our people to be the best they can be and to celebrate every success. 

About MacKay Sposito:

With more than 50 years of experience, MacKay Sposito is a multidisciplinary firm based in Vancouver, Washington, specializing in public works, energy, and land development. Our passionate team focuses on building lasting relationships through quality work, creative design, and collaboration. We offer civil engineering, land surveying, environmental science and permitting, landscape architecture, and construction management and inspection services. With the addition of our subsidiary, Riparia Environmental, we now deliver a full suite of services from design and engineering to maintenance and environmental compliance. Together, we balance development with environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We encourage you to ask around about us. Do some digging. We’re confident that you’ll want to learn more. And we look forward to talking with you about a future with MacKay Sposito.  

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.

The wage range for this position is $25.00 - $42.00  per hour. Depending on your placement in a Survey Tech 1, II, III, IV.

Full time employees receive a  well rounded benefit package including access to our company sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. 100% company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company 401k plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees also receive paid vacation time, paid sick time, and 11 paid holidays. MacKay Sposito pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual profit sharing bonuses.

Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. 

As a federal Contractor we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Salary : $25 - $42