Entry-Level Surveyor

Olsson
Holdrege +1 more
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Geared toward recent graduates or early-career professionals comfortable with field work and outdoor environments.

Best fit for

  • Recent graduates or early-career professionals with a passion for community impact and hands-on field work.
    — “We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Land Surveyor who enjoys working outdoors”
  • Candidates who are adaptable to varying weather conditions and terrain for field surveying tasks.
    — “You will travel to job sites at different stages of construction and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions.”
  • Individuals seeking a people-centric culture with clear career development paths and mentorship opportunities.
    — “This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business.”

Things to consider

  • This role may require significant travel depending on project needs.
    — “quantity of travel will vary and be project dependent”
  • A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is mandatory for this position.
    — “Valid drivers license with a clean MVR record”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize your ability to work in teams and take ownership of tasks in your resume and interview responses.
    — “You are passionate about: Having ownership in the work you do.”
  • Highlight experience with outdoor work and adaptability to different weather conditions.
    — “work in all types of terrain and weather conditions”
  • Showcase your interest in contributing to positive community impact in your application materials.
    — “Using your talents to positively affect communities”
  • Mention any prior experience with construction staking or land surveys to align with the role's responsibilities.
    — “assist with the performance of field work including, but not limited to, topographic and boundary surveys, land title surveys, and construction staking”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

  • assist with field work
  • work in various weather conditions
  • travel to job sites
Typical background
surveying experienceconstruction experience

Skills & requirements

Required

SurveyingField WorkConstruction StakingBoundary SurveysTopographic SurveysLand Title Surveys

Preferred

Construction StakingSurveying Equipment

Stack & domain

SurveyingField WorkTopographic SurveysBoundary SurveysLand Title SurveysConstruction StakingPPEWork Boot ReimbursementCell Phone ReimbursementTrainingMentorshipShadowingCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityPunctualityReliabilityConfidentialityConstructionCivil Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Olsson via Greenhouse

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Entry-Level Land Surveyor who enjoys working outdoors to join our team. The successful candidate will assist with the performance of field work including, but not limited to, topographic and boundary surveys, land title surveys, and construction staking. Surveying is a critical component of construction and civil engineering projects. It involves measuring and mapping the environment to determine land boundaries, topography, and other essential features. 

You will travel to job sites at different stages of construction and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions.   

This position includes:

Applicable PPE (personal protective equipment) provided.

Work boot reimbursement program.

Cell phone reimbursement options.

Receive fully paid training, opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and gain hands-on experience by shadowing seasoned professionals.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

Strong communication skills.

Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Valid drivers license with a clean MVR record.

Ability to travel (quantity of travel will vary and be project dependent)

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

Receive a competitive 401(k) match

Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.

Source: Olsson careers (Greenhouse)

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