Professional Land Surveyor

Summary

Join the TAIT team and contribute to the design and development of communities across the United States. This Rancho Cordova, CA-based position, reporting to the VP of Engineering, requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction staking, including experience with buildings, structures, robotics, and GPS equipment. A PLS license in CA is required, and recent field experience is preferred. The role offers a competitive salary ($100,000-$135,000/yr), comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedule options (remote, hybrid, or in-person). TAIT provides a supportive work-life balance and opportunities for professional growth and development. The company is recognized as a Top Workplace and values a culture of kindness.

Requirements

• Possess 5+ years of experience in the survey-mapping field
• Hold a Professional Land Surveyors License from the State of California
• Have a valid California Driver's License
• Have recent construction staking experience
• Have Boundary Topographic survey experience
• Be proficient with Trimble surveying equipment and software

Responsibilities

• Perform construction staking for buildings, structures, and other projects
• Utilize robotics and GPS equipment for surveying and mapping tasks
• Proficiently use AutoCAD, Civil3D, Carlson Software, and Leica Systems
• Operate and maintain Trimble surveying equipment and software, including 1-man robotic data collection
• Demonstrate solid math skills and a team player attitude
• Assist in training other team members

Preferred Qualifications

• Have three years of journey level experience with responsible charge on a survey project which has involved the use, adjustment, and care of surveying instruments; both with a field crew and processing work in the office
• Be proficient in a wide range of computer programs which may include MS Office Suite, CADD (Civil3D, Carlson, MicroSurvey, or other drafting package), Processing/adjustment software (Trimble Business Center, StarNet, etc.)
• Have three or more years of Digital Terrain Model (DTM), GPS, collection and processing, least square adjustment, Topographic surveys, and boundary surveys experience

Benefits

• Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
• Dental Plans with little to no deductible
• Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
• Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
• Support for professional growth and development
• Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)
• Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person