Surveying Technician I - Field at Farnsworth Group, Inc. in Peoria, IL | USD19-28 | Kablio

Role

Description

survey equipment

data collection

data processing

plan interpretation

field documentation

safety protocols

Operates, cleans & maintains surveying equipment as directed.
Uses math formulas, calculators and data collectors to determine positional information.
Communicates with field staff, CAD Technicians, and project managers on a daily basis.
Maintains surveying gear and company vehicles.
Collects, processes, and downloads surveying field data.
Interprets & extracts data from engineering plans & surveying documents.
Prepares clear, concise, and accurate field notes and sketches.
Follows FGI Safety Protocols and completes daily Job Safety Assessments (JSA)

Requirements

trimble

cst1

osha

survey experience

travel

math skills

0 – 2 years previous surveying experience
Familiar with basic surveying principles such as leveling, traversing, public land surveys, metes & bounds, boundary surveys, and topographic mapping
Previous safety training (OSHA, First-Aid)
Ability to Travel (approximately 80%)
Valid US driver's license & good driving record
Familiar with Trimble Surveying Instruments
Requires the ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to work in various terrain & weather conditions and recognize safety hazards.
Ability to understand and operate current & new technology
CST1 (certified survey technician level 1) certification
Familiar with Metes & Bounds or the Public Land Survey System (PLSS)
Requires lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, hammering, digging, and other physical activities
Ability to operate in a mentor / mentee Team atmosphere
Requires the ability to safely operate and drive company vehicles.
Familiar with traffic control operations based on field activities.
Basic math skills, including trigonometry, geometry, and algebra.

Benefits

Short & Long-Term Disability
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Pet Insurance Plan
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Professional Development and Training
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

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Role

Description

survey equipment

data collection

data processing

plan interpretation

field documentation

safety protocols

Operates, cleans & maintains surveying equipment as directed.
Uses math formulas, calculators and data collectors to determine positional information.
Communicates with field staff, CAD Technicians, and project managers on a daily basis.
Maintains surveying gear and company vehicles.
Collects, processes, and downloads surveying field data.
Interprets & extracts data from engineering plans & surveying documents.
Prepares clear, concise, and accurate field notes and sketches.
Follows FGI Safety Protocols and completes daily Job Safety Assessments (JSA)

Requirements

trimble

cst1

osha

survey experience

travel

math skills

0 – 2 years previous surveying experience
Familiar with basic surveying principles such as leveling, traversing, public land surveys, metes & bounds, boundary surveys, and topographic mapping
Previous safety training (OSHA, First-Aid)
Ability to Travel (approximately 80%)
Valid US driver's license & good driving record
Familiar with Trimble Surveying Instruments
Requires the ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to work in various terrain & weather conditions and recognize safety hazards.
Ability to understand and operate current & new technology
CST1 (certified survey technician level 1) certification
Familiar with Metes & Bounds or the Public Land Survey System (PLSS)
Requires lifting, stooping, bending, stretching, walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, hammering, digging, and other physical activities
Ability to operate in a mentor / mentee Team atmosphere
Requires the ability to safely operate and drive company vehicles.
Familiar with traffic control operations based on field activities.
Basic math skills, including trigonometry, geometry, and algebra.

Benefits

Short & Long-Term Disability
Mentoring Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Maternity and Paternity Leave
Pet Insurance Plan
401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Professional Development and Training
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

The company offers a broad range of services, including civil engineering, architecture, environmental services, and more.
They specialize in providing solutions for commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
The company is known for handling complex projects and delivering creative and cost-effective designs.
Their typical projects include transportation systems, water and wastewater facilities, energy solutions, and site development.
The company combines technical proficiency with a collaborative approach to ensure client satisfaction.

Culture + Values

Integrity
Loyalty
Fairness
Excellence
Champions our clients’ successes, advances our communities and embraces the challenges of a changing world.
Company-wide camaraderie via softball leagues, picnics, office challenges and charity events
Employee-owned firm

Environment + Sustainability

Decades of renewable energy support: wind farms, solar arrays, single-turbine school power systems
Stormwater management using multi-functional sustainable/ecological design, green infrastructure, wetlands
Water resources strategy includes flood mitigation through park amenities & naturalized basins
Wastewater systems optimized for regulatory compliance, operator input, long-term operational support
Drinking water systems: treatment plants, SCADA/controls, tank rehabilitation/new construction
No stated net-zero target (not publicly available)

Inclusion & Diversity

Equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action program in place.
Commitment to veteran hiring.
Pledge to ensure pay equality for equal work and experience.
Tech hiring commitment focused on training, hiring, and promoting technology workers.
Active social responsibility and diversity programs.
Great Place to Work survey benchmarks in credibility, respect, fairness, and camaraderie.
Glassdoor reports on transparency of finances and approachable leadership.
No publicly disclosed gender-specific statistics, but committed to transparency on diversity.

Articles

Careers

Trenchless Technology Profile

Surveying Technician I - Field

Farnsworth Group, Inc.

Surveying Technician I - Field

Farnsworth Group, Inc.

Description

survey equipment

data collection

data processing

plan interpretation

field documentation

safety protocols

Requirements

trimble

cst1

osha

survey experience

travel

math skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

survey equipment

data collection

data processing

plan interpretation

field documentation

safety protocols

Requirements

trimble

cst1

osha

survey experience

travel

math skills

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

1973

Year Founded

The company has been a leader in engineering and design since its establishment.

95% Employee Pride

Employee Satisfaction

Employees express pride in their work, reflecting strong job satisfaction and engagement.

2016–2024 Certification

Great Place to Work

Recognized consistently as a great workplace environment over nearly a decade.

500+ Professionals

Employee Count

A substantial team of skilled individuals contributing to the firm's success.

90% Repeat Clients

Client Satisfaction

High client retention rate indicating strong satisfaction with services.

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

The company has positioned itself as a leading sustainable design company, demonstrating consistent commitment to environmental and sustainability practices.