About The GEL Group, Inc.
The GEL Group, Inc. is a family of companies built around a shared commitment to protecting our environment and natural resources. For more than four decades, we have partnered with clients across the United States and around the world to provide trusted environmental and engineering services, surveying, analytical testing, remediation support, PFAS testing, and subsurface technologies.
What sets GEL apart is the combination of advanced technology, experienced professionals, and a deep commitment to delivering defensible data on time. Across GEL Laboratories, LLC; GEL Engineering, LLC; GEL Solutions, LLC; and Cape Fear Analytical, LLC, our teams bring specialized expertise and a common purpose to every project.
At the heart of our work is GEL’s Core Purpose: To improve the quality of life for this and future generations by helping people protect and be good stewards of our environment and natural resources. That purpose guides how we serve our clients, support our communities, and approach every challenge with integrity, precision, and care.
At GEL, we are proud of our legacy, but even more focused on the impact we can make moving forward.
About the Role
GEL Solutions, an affiliate of The GEL Group, Inc., is looking for a highly motivated Survey Technician to join our dynamic team in our Greensboro, NC office as part of the Survey group. The Survey Technician is primarily responsible for assisting survey crews in the collection of surveying data needed to complete different types of survey work assignments for a variety of projects. Field work and occasional travel is required. This position is an entry-level job learning and performing the fundamentals of site surveying. The Survey Technician job requires teamwork, tenacity, and flexibility to safely meet our clients’ needs.
What You'll Do
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Perform data collection activities in the field for various types of survey projects
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Work safely and following applicable Federal, State and local laws, regulations, ordinances as part of a survey crew
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Provide exceptional customer service
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Apply appropriate principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to various types of surveying projects
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Proper use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment used for measuring, sighting, and leveling
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Demonstrate and supporting GEL’s core values
Qualifications
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience in land surveying preferred
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High School Diploma required
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Familiarity with commonly used surveying terms and with the use and care of survey tools and other survey field equipment
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Possess high ethical standards and support/demonstrate company core values
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Survey experience on North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and other transportation projects a plus
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50 lbs. lifting requirement, ability to transport equipment across rugged terrain
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Good organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
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Skilled with Microsoft Office 365 applications including: Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Must possess a valid driver's license and have a clean Motor Vehicle Record
What We Offer
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A commitment to safety and corporate values that promote respect, integrity, and innovation.
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Competitive compensation.
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
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Life Insurance Plans, including Accidental and Critical Illness plans.
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Company-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
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401k plan with employer matching.
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Paid Time Off and holidays.
Working Environment & Physical Demands
Work is performed almost exclusively in the field. Occasionally projects may be completed at commercial, government, and industrial client’s sites. Overnight travel is expected not to exceed 20%.
