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Survey Field Technician

Tait & Associates


Job Location:

Santa Ana, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 August 2026 (22 days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Land Surveying

Job Summary

Start Your Survey Career Make Your Mark at TAIT
Why TAIT

Hands-On Fieldwork Gain experience collecting accurate survey data across diverse job sites
Modern Survey Tools Work with robotic total stations GPS Carlson Leica and Civil 3D
Real Project Impact Support boundary topographic and staking projects
Learn From Experts Train alongside experienced survey professionals
Grow with Purpose Build your surveying knowledge and advance your career at TAIT

From field measurements to finished mapsstart building your future at TAIT.

Role at a Glance
The Survey Field Technician works under the direction of a Party Chief LSIT and/or Licensed Land Surveyor and prepares and follows project requirements. This position works outside extensively and can be exposed to all types of weather and outdoor conditions. This position will support our survey & engineering teams. The Survey Field technician is responsible for following the accuracy of the survey partys assignments making accurate measurements and solving survey problems that may arise. This position will be expected to work well remotely with all necessary equipment maintain survey equipment in storage and on the truck for use at each jobsite coordinate any survey equipment maintenance and on occasion work in the field independently. Our survey team supports public private commercial and industrial development projects.


What Youll Do
  • Visit job sites to collect accurate survey measurements and field data.
  • Follow instructions and exercise sound judgment with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Operate robotic total stations and other surveying equipment.
  • Set stakes place survey marks and locate existing survey monuments.
  • Enter field data into computer systems.
  • Assist with grade sheets topographic maps ALTA surveys records of survey and corner staking.
  • Research and interpret maps plans deeds easements and right-of-way documents.
  • Maintain field records project files equipment and system updates.
  • Communicate effectively with survey and engineering teams.
  • Safely work outdoors on varied terrain and in all weather conditions.
What Youll Need
  • Minimum 2 years experience in field survey work utilizing various survey tools and equipment.
  • Previous experience with Carlson Data Collection software Robot Total Station/GPS and Leica Survey Equipment a plus
  • Previous experience with preparation of Subdivision Maps including Tract Maps Parcel Maps and Records of Survey.
  • Experience in setting up map sheets for map check including closures title review and interpreting required easements and dedications.
  • Previous experience in working with Party Chiefs and Survey Parties to analyze boundary establishment and processing field data.
  • Experience in the preparation of ALTA Surveys and Topographic Surveys.
  • Become familiar with CAD to support others in field survey crew utilizing CAD C3D 2020; analyze boundary establishment and process field data; analyzing field data and converting to a final product including plotting of utility data.
Physical/Additional Requirements
  • Ability to walk & stand on a daily basis for 8 hours/day while visiting numerous job site locations.
  • Ability to carry lift and move survey equipment around job sites; load survey equipment on and off trucks each day; equipment weighing from 5lbs 50lbs.
  • Ability to drive a vehicle to numerous job sites each workday
  • Ability to work outdoors on a daily basis encounter various weather conditions and uneven terrain
  • Ability to effectively & professionally communicate with all team members clients and contractors on job sites.
  • Ability to recognize and hear approaching traffic; awareness of environmental & job site surroundings (traffic construction equipment etc.
  • Position will require an annual physical & fitness for duty exam with hearing test.
Salary and Benefits
Salary range for position: $52000/yr. - $65000/yr.

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health dental vision employer paid life insurance 401(k) with match generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAITs core value is its culture of kindness. With this youll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

  • Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote Hybrid In-Person
  • Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
  • Dental Plans with little to no deductible
  • Vision PPO plan thats accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
  • Voluntary Life Accident and Critical Illness plans
  • Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation holidays and sick time.
  • Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
  • Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
  • Support for professional growth and development.
  • Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race color age sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon the request of an applicant. No question on this application is intended to secure information to be used for discriminatory purposes.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Founded in 1964, TAIT & Associates is a Civil Engineering, Environmental Service, and Architectural firm headquartered in Southern California.

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