Careers

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a Professional Land Surveyor to work in our Boise, Idaho office. Our primary areas of survey practice include land development, boundary, and construction surveys. This position will work under the direction of a senior PLS. Candidates must have strong math, communication and organizational skills; be a team player; be physically fit with a willingness/enthusiasm to work outdoors, as well as in a professional office environment on a wide variety of projects. This position may require overtime and work outdoors in adverse conditions, as needed.

Job Duties

•  Communicate with the client and project team to understand the goals, challenges, schedule, budget, and expectations of project
• Conduct research to obtain the appropriate public/ private land records, survey control data, and other pertinent information from various sources for boundaries, location, topographical and design surveys, location of right of way, and utility locations
• Request information from title companies, highway departments, municipalities, etc. that relate to property being surveyed and adding information to CAD drawing
• Preparation of Construction, Subdivision, ALTA, Boundary, Topographic, and Special Surveys, Legal Descriptions and Surveying Exhibits to fit client needs
• Put together field packets for field work, check and breakdown field notes and coordinate information & questions with field crew and project manager
• Manage CAD generated surface models and generate accurate contours, cross sections and profile drawings for engineering design.
• Perform field work as needed
• Mentor other survey staff members

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
• College degree in civil engineering, construction management, surveying and geomatics or BS in a related science and at least 24 semester hours of land surveying approved courses per 225 ILCS 330/13
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011 or higher
• Ability read and understand Architectural, Structural and Engineering Site Plans
• 1-3 years experience
• Must communicate well with clients, other professionals (architects, engineers, landscape architects, site supervisors), accommodate client needs and create work orders to complete field work
• Valid driving license and driving record acceptable to our Company insurance provider

Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
• College degree in civil engineering, construction management, surveying and geomatics or BS in a related science and at least 24 semester hours of land surveying approved courses per 225 ILCS 330/13
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2011 or higher
• Ability read and understand Architectural, Structural and Engineering Site Plans
• 1-3 years experience
• Must communicate well with clients, other professionals (architects, engineers, landscape architects, site supervisors), accommodate client needs and create work orders to complete field work
• Valid driving license and driving record acceptable to our Company insurance provider

About Us

Idaho Survey Group provides professional land surveying services across Idaho and Oregon, collaborating with architects, contractors, developers, and engineering teams on diverse projects. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in a wide range of services, including ALTA surveys, subdivision platting, flood certificates, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, property line adjustments, and construction staking. The team is dedicated to delivering precise and reliable surveying services tailored to client needs.

Role Description

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a full-time, on-site Office Technician to join our Survey Department in Boise, Idaho. This position is well-suited for a detail-oriented and highly organized professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

The Office Technician will provide essential support for a wide range of surveying projects, including land development, boundary, topographic, and construction surveys. Working closely with Professional Land Surveyors (PLS) and field crews, this role will assist with data processing, project coordination, document preparation, and quality control to ensure the successful execution of survey projects.

This position offers a unique combination of office-based technical responsibilities and occasional field support, making it an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy both analytical work and hands-on involvement in surveying operations.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with clients and internal project teams to understand project goals, schedules, budgets, and expectations.

Survey Research:

• Gather and analyze public and private land records, survey control data, and other essential information for boundary, topographic, and design surveys.

Project Management:

• Maintain and organize project data, including survey control, design plans, CAD drawings, and staking calculations.

Survey Calculations:

• Perform calculations such as slope percentages, angles, bearings, azimuths, coordinates, traverses, differential leveling, quantities, alignments, profiles, and surface modeling.

Construction Stakeout:

• Assist in establishing construction stakeout points for infrastructure elements such as curbs, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and water systems.

Field Crew Direction:

• Provide direction and support to field survey crews to ensure efficient and accurate operations.

Reporting and Collaboration:

Reports to:

• Project Manager
• Professional Land Surveyors (PLS)

Works closely with:

• Field Survey Crews
• Project Managers
• Clients
• Office Staff

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Survey Office Technician or Survey Crew Assistant, and field crew leadership is a plus.
•  Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D required; experience with GPS/RTK systems, robotic total stations, and survey software.
• Must be able to read and interpret construction plans.
• Experience operating survey equipment such as robotic total stations, GPS systems, data collectors, and automatic levels.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and work outdoors when needed.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to operate company vehicles.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation:

$30 – $40 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits Include:

• Paid holidays each year
• Flexible paid time off
• Paid sick days
• Paid paternity / maternity leave for birth or adoption
• Medical insurance with 100% of employee premium paid by the company, and 50% of spouse/child/family premium paid
• Life and accidental death insurance
• Annual bonus opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Why Join Us:

• Join a collaborative, quality-focused team tackling a wide range of survey projects
• Gain hands-on experience in both office and field environments.
• Collaborate with experienced Professional Land Surveyors and field crews.
• Develop your technical and project management skills in a growing company.
• Join a company that values precision, teamwork, and professional development.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to work as out of our Boise office. Our primary areas of survey practice include land development, boundary and construction surveys. This position will work under the direction of a PLS. Candidates must have strong math, communication and organizational skills; be a team player; be physically fit with a willingness/enthusiasm to work outdoors on a wide variety of projects. This position may require overtime and work outdoors in adverse conditions.

Job Duties

• Ability to operate survey equipment including but not limited to robotic total stations, GPS survey equipment, data collectors and automatic level. Minimum 5 years experience.
• Prepare, verify and communicate field notes, sketches, checklists and digital data in required formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel
• Perform field data collection and corner staking, boundary and easement surveys, topographic mapping, plat and condo documents, and construction staking
• Work with field and office personnel, both as a team member and independently, to produce topographic surveys, record of surveys, ALTA surveys, boundary line adjustments, easement exhibits and any document required for project completion
• Adjust surveying instruments in order to maintain their accuracy

Qualifications

• A current driver’s license in good standing & ability to operate company owned vehicles
• 8 years minimum field surveying experience in land development and construction projects
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Land Surveying
• Possess field experience in all types of physical land surveying including, boundary, topographic and construction staking
• Experience with both drafting and construction staking calculations for field crews
• Ability to operate survey equipment including but not limited to robotic total stations, GPS survey equipment, data collectors and automatic level
• Communicate and coordinate project layout with contractors and clients in the field
• Supervise survey assistants
• Ability to travel overnight for select projects
• Ability to carry up to 75 pounds and able to endure working in inclement weather conditions

About Us:

Idaho Survey Group provides professional land surveying services across Idaho and Oregon, collaborating with architects, contractors, developers, and engineering teams on diverse projects. With over 30 years of experience, the company specializes in a wide range of services, including ALTA surveys, subdivision platting, flood certificates, boundary surveys, topographic surveys, property line adjustments, and construction staking. The team is dedicated to delivering precise and reliable surveying services tailored to client needs.

Role Description:

Idaho Survey Group is seeking a full-time, onsite Survey Crew Assistant to join our Idaho Falls, Idaho office. This role is ideal for a motivated and hardworking individual who enjoys outdoor work and supporting field operations. The Survey Crew Assistant will work under the direction of a Survey Crew Chief to assist with data collection, equipment operation, and overall project execution. This position is primarily field-based and requires the ability to work in varying and sometimes adverse conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Support & Data Collection:

• Assist the Survey Crew Chief with field surveying tasks including boundary and easement surveys, topographic mapping, and construction staking.

Equipment Operation & Maintenance:

• Operate survey equipment including robotic total stations, GPS systems, data collectors, and automatic levels; assist in maintaining equipment accuracy and functionality.

Field Documentation:

• Assist in preparing field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats  for Project Managers, Land Surveyors, and drafting personnel.

Project Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with field and office staff to support the completion of topographic surveys, ALTA surveys, record of surveys, boundary line adjustments, and construction staking.

Instrument Care & Vehicle Maintenance:

• Help adjust surveying instruments to maintain accuracy and assist in maintaining survey equipment and crew vehicles.

Reporting & Collaboration:

Reports to:

• Survey Crew Chief
• Project Manager

Works closely with:

• Field Survey Crews
• Project Managers
• Office Tech