Location: Indianapolis, IN
Employment Type: Full
Time
Continue Your Career with Purpose. Deliver Accurate Surveys That Drive Successful Projects.
Fishbeck is committed to developing, advancing, and diversifying you as an individual. As a Survey Field Technician, you will be an integral part of our survey team, supporting a wide range of field data collection activities, including control, airport, boundary, ALTA/NSPS, linear route, and topographic surveys.
Fishbeck utilizes the latest surveying technologies and workflows, including remote communications between the field and home office. Our team works with industry-leading equipment and software such as robotic total stations (Trimble S7), electronic levels (Trimble DiNi), GPS RTK units (Trimble R10), Trimble Business Center v4.0 for data collection and processing, Trimble Access for cloud-based data transfer, LiDAR processing software, field scanning equipment, and Seafloor Hydrone RCV equipment for bathymetric surveys.
If you do not yet have experience with all of the equipment listed but have a strong desire to learn and grow alongside skilled professionals, this role offers an excellent opportunity for hands-on training and professional development.
What You'll Do
- Adjust and operate modern survey instruments, including total stations, GPS/GNSS units, and data collectors.
- Operate computerized data collection systems and maintain accurate field notes, sketches, and measurements.
- Compile information needed to stake projects for construction based on engineering plans and specifications.
- Collect data for engineering design surveys, rightofway surveys, topographic surveys, and asbuilt documentation.
- Process field data and develop boundary, topographic, rightofway, and asbuilt survey deliverables using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Perform field investigations, project site reviews, and coordinate with internal teams and external clients.
- Support mobile and terrestrial LiDAR data collection workflows as needed.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Surveying or Engineering preferred; equivalent applicable experience considered.
- Valid driver's license required.
- 1 year surveying experience preferred.
- Experience with MicroStation Select Series, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
- Prior experience with Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) projects preferred.
- Ability to work safely on active construction and project sites while following all safety guidelines.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
Minimum Physical Requirements
Ability to walk, climb, and maneuver on uneven outdoor terrain to conduct field surveys; lift and carry survey equipment; and operate a company vehicle for travel to job sites. Work will include outdoor environments in varying weather conditions. Office responsibilities include computerbased tasks and use of standard office equipment, involving sitting, standing, and light lifting. Visual acuity and clear communication (written and verbal) are essential.
Why Fishbeck?
Work alongside experienced professionals on projects that shape communities while enjoying a supportive, peoplefirst culture. As a 100% employeeowned firm, we invest in your longterm success and professional growth.
Benefits
Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness reimbursement and employee wellness programs
- Tuition reimbursement, continuing education assistance, and professional development support
- Vacation, sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
- 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership
- And more!
About Fishbeck
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 750 employees. Our integrated approach brings together engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management to deliver creative, technically sound solutions. We take pride in our reliability, client connections, and commitment to innovation.
Fishbeck is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
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Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), profit sharing, company vehicle
Jan 24, 2026