Survey Field TechnicianJ-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking to hire a Survey Field Technician to work in our successful Twin Falls, Idaho office. Our purpose at J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. (J-U-B) is "Helping Each Other Create Better Communities." We foster a supportive and team-oriented environment to solve problems that improve society, while providing employees growth opportunities and an expansive benefits package. We attract and retain the best people because we provide an enriching environment for our employees to build their careers in the communities where they live. J-U-B offers a clearly defined career path, a sense of belonging, and opportunities for employees to use their talents in a team environment. We are one of the largest professional engineering companies in the Intermountain West, with over 20 offices across seven states. There are ample opportunities to collaborate with other offices on projects, widening your experience and network. While the role is field-forward, we value candidates who can also contribute in the office when workload requires — processing data, assisting with drafting, conducting records research, and supporting preparation of survey deliverables. This flexibility strengthens our team and provides meaningful professional development. We are building well-rounded survey professionals — not merely instrument operators.
What You'll Do: The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as Survey Crew Lead or perform field work autonomously on assigned projects
- Set up and operate GNSS receivers, data collectors, robotic total stations, terrestrial scanners, digital levels, and related survey equipment
- Interpret plans and staking calculations to perform construction staking in municipal, urban, and rural environments
- Perform boundary retracement field investigations and recover survey monumentation
- Collect topographic data for pre-design surveys using prescribed methods, procedures, and J-U-B standards
- Ensure adherence to direction provided by the Professional Land Surveyor(s) responsible for the work, particularly regarding accuracy, completeness, quality control, and defensibility
- Maintain clear, organized, and legally defensible field documentation and digital records
- Perform routine field calculations and quality checks
- Maintain survey vehicles and equipment in safe, organized working condition
- Coordinate daily field activities and communicate effectively with the Survey Team and project staff
- Uphold safety protocols and exercise sound professional judgment
- Perform physically demanding tasks in varied terrain and weather conditions
- Office / Technical Responsibilities:
- Process field data using Trimble Business Center and/or Civil 3DAssist with preparation of survey deliverables, including surveys, exhibits, and supporting documentation
- Conduct records research including surveys, deeds, subdivision plats, easements, right-of-way documents, and BLM/GLO materials
- Perform closures, dimension verification, and quality control review
- Prepare field information packets and project documentation
- Coordinate underground utility locate requests
- Assist with maintaining organized digital and physical survey files
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of current and evolving competence
- Technology & Specialized Skills: (Preferred)
- Experience with Trimble equipment and software
- Experience operating UAV/drone systems for survey data collection
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred
- Experience with terrestrial LiDAR scanning equipment and point cloud processing
- Familiarity with GNSS workflows and control procedures
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Trimble Business Center
- RequirementsWhat We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications 2+ years of land surveying experience required; 5+ years preferred
- Party Chief / Crew Lead experience preferred
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
- Working knowledge of boundary procedures and construction staking practices
- Strong attention to detail and sound analytical judgment
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of field assignments
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions
- Flexibility to work extended hours when project schedules require
Passage of the Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) Exam (LSI Certification), or the desire to pursue certification and eventual licensure, is encouraged. We actively mentor individuals who demonstrate initiative toward professional growth within the surveying profession.
What We Offer:- We believe great work deserves great rewards.
- Competitive salary: $26.00 – $36.00 per hour, depending on experience
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Coaching and Mentorship programs
- Performance bonuses for qualified employees
- Generous vacation and sick leave programs (increases with tenure)
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
- Education Reimbursement
- Paid Holidays
- Health club subsidy
- A collaborative, team-centered work environment
- Employee ownership opportunities after qualified years of service
- The application window will be open through November 4, 2026. Applications will be reviewed frequently, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.
See our website for more benefit details: https://www.jub.com/our-benefits/Your Next Chapter Starts HereAt J-U-B ENGINEERS, you'll do more than advance your career. You'll help deliver meaningful projects, become part of an employee-owned organization, and contribute to stronger communities throughout the Intermountain West.
To apply and learn more, visit www.jub.com.
