Surveying Technician I - Field at Farnsworth Group, Inc. in St Louis, MO | USD19-28 | Kablio

Role

Description

positioning

safety protocols

equipment operation

data collection

plan interpretation

field documentation

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

Requirements

cst1

trimble

high school

osha

0-2 years

driver's license

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

Benefits

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

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

1973

Year Founded

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

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

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.

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

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

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

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

positioning

safety protocols

equipment operation

data collection

plan interpretation

field documentation

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

Requirements

cst1

trimble

high school

osha

0-2 years

driver's license

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

Benefits

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

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

1973

Year Founded

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

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

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.

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

Since 2009

Sustainable Design Leader

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

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