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Job Description
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE
Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is seeking a Survey Technician to join our Construction Services team in Louisville! This position will support construction projects by performing field survey activities, collecting accurate measurements and data, establishing and verifying survey control, and assisting project teams with construction layout and documentation.
What You'll Do:
- Perform field surveys in support of construction projects, including construction layout, control, and verification activities.
- Collect accurate horizontal and vertical measurements, elevations, locations, and other field data.
- Operate survey equipment such as GPS/GNSS receivers, robotic total stations, levels, and data collectors.
- Establish, verify, and maintain survey control points and benchmarks.
- Read and interpret construction plans, drawings, specifications, and survey information.
- Perform basic survey calculations and assist with layout of project features.
- Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, measurements, and survey records.
- Coordinate with construction managers, engineers, inspectors, contractors, and other field personnel.
- Assist with documenting existing and completed construction conditions.
- Follow established safety procedures while working on active construction sites.
- Travel to project sites as needed.
What You Need to Succeed:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 1+ years of surveying, construction, or related field experience preferred.
- Experience with GPS/GNSS, total stations, levels, or similar survey equipment preferred.
- Ability to read construction plans and perform basic field calculations.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate field documentation.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in varying field and construction conditions
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $25/hr - $30/hr. This compensation range is a good-faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
- Professional and personal development
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
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About Us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
