Survey Office Technician

We are excited to share that AKS Engineering & Forestry (AKS) has an immediate opening for a full-time Survey Office Technician. In this role, you’ll play a key part in processing daily field data from our survey crews and collaborate closely with our Project Surveyors, field teams, Project Engineers, and Project Managers on a variety of private and public projects. This is a great opportunity to work with a respected and talented team of professionals in a dynamic organization.

About AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC

• AKS, we are growing and building for the future.
• We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference.
• Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on.
• We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next.
• When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of survey documents, including subdivision plats, exhibits, boundary surveys, record of surveys utilizing Civil 3D software.
• Conduct detailed survey research to support project accuracy and completeness.
• Reduce survey data using Trimble Business Center software.
• Import and export field survey data for field work utilizing Civil 3D Software.
• Create topographic survey maps featuring existing property elements and ground models using Civil 3D.
• Perform office calculations and support field survey crews for construction staking and property monumentation.
• Prepare legal descriptions of real property.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor of Science degree in Land Surveying or a related field.
• A minimum of 2-5 years surveying experience with transportation, utility, residential development, and retail/commercial/industrial site development projects.
• Knowledge of all phases of land surveying and map preparation, including land surveying techniques, survey control, and construction surveying.
• Familiarity with Oregon/Washington land surveying laws and regulations, including county-specific requirements.
• Proficient in AutoCAD software.
• Hands-on experience with Trimble equipment, including total stations, GNSS receivers, and TSC3 data collectors.
• Experience with Trimble Access and Trimble Business Center.

Preferred

• Land Survey Intern (LSI) certification.
• Proficient in Civil 3D software.
• Practical field surveying experience.
• Strong mathematical skills and solid understanding of surveying calculations.

Benefits

• At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:
• Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
• Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
• We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
• You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
• Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
• We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
• We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.
• Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.