.Position Summary
Smith Trucking is seeking a highly motivated Field Geomatics Specialist to join our Construction Technologies team.
This is not a traditional land surveying position.
Our team specializes in collecting accurate field data using cutting-edge technology including:
- RTK GNSS GPS systems
- UAV (Drone) mapping
- Hydrographic surveying
- Robotic Total Stations
- Reality Capture
- Construction as-built documentation
This position supports field operations by delivering accurate data that drives production, progress tracking, earthwork verification, and project documentation.
The ideal candidate enjoys technology, solving problems, and working outdoors while helping build one of the most advanced construction technology departments in the industry.
Primary Responsibilities
Survey & GPS
- Perform construction as-built surveys
- Collect topographic data using RTK GPS equipment
- Operate robotic total stations when required
- Verify finished grades and elevations
- Establish and maintain project control
- Perform quality assurance on collected data
Drone Operations
Operate company UAVs for:
- Progress documentation
- Earthwork quantity surveys
- Stockpile measurements
- Orthomosaic generation
- Surface modeling
- Reality capture
Responsibilities include:
- Flight planning
- FAA compliance
- Battery management
- Mission execution
- Equipment maintenance
- Data upload and organization
Hydrographic Surveying
Operate remote survey boats and sonar equipment to:
- Survey ponds
- Retention basins
- Borrow pits
- Stormwater facilities
Collect bathymetric data for volume calculations and engineering documentation.
Data Processing
Process field data using software such as:
- Trimble Business Center
- Topcon Office
- Propeller
- Carlson (preferred)
- AutoCAD Civil 3D (preferred)
- GIS software (a plus)
Generate:
- Surface models
- Volume reports
- As-built drawings
- Elevation maps
- Progress reports
Technology Support
Assist with:
- GPS equipment calibration
- Drone maintenance
- Survey equipment troubleshooting
- Field technology deployments
- Testing new construction technologies
Qualifications
Required
- 2+ years working with GPS surveying equipment
- Experience collecting construction survey data
- Strong computer skills
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Ability to lift 50 lbs
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to travel between projects
Preferred
- FAA Part 107 License
- Hydrographic survey experience
- Drone mapping experience
- Trimble experience
- Topcon experience
- Propeller experience
- Construction earthwork experience
- Machine control knowledge
- Reality capture experience
- Bluebeam experience
Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who:
- Loves technology
- Enjoys solving field problems
- Works independently
- Has strong attention to detail
- Learns new software quickly
- Is comfortable working around heavy equipment
- Wants to grow with an innovative construction company
Equipment You’ll Use
- RTK GPS Receivers
- Robotic Total Stations
- DJI Enterprise Drones
- Hydrographic Survey Boats
- Sonar Systems
- Rugged Tablets
- Data Collectors
- Construction Software Platforms
Why Join Smith Trucking?
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking Construction Technologies team focused on innovation rather than traditional surveying.
Our department combines:
- Drone Operations
- GPS Surveying
- Hydrographic Surveying
- AI-assisted workflows
- Reality Capture
- Digital Construction
- Earthwork Analytics
- Emerging Construction Technologies
If you’re excited about using technology to solve real-world construction challenges, this role offers opportunities that go far beyond conventional surveying.
Pay: $22.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
