Survey Technician- Madison, WI Area
SIGN ON BONUS $2,500
Join Ayres Associates' Land Survey Group and become part of a team dedicated to delivering high-quality surveying services to clients across a variety of industries. Based in our Madison, WI office, this opportunity is well suited for a Survey Technician with 2-4 years of experience who enjoys both field and office responsibilities and values teamwork, professionalism, and continued growth.
Join Ayres – a USA TODAY Top Workplace recognized in both 2025 and 2026 – where people-first leadership, collaboration, and professional growth create an environment where great teams do their best work.
On any given day you’ll:
- Perform a variety of field/office survey and mapping tasks.
- Use survey field equipment such as GPS/GNSS, robotic total stations, and MicroStation/Civil 3D CADD platforms.
- Assist and communicate with crew chiefs, technicians, and project managers in support of their duties as well as professional land surveyors in preparation of land surveying documents.
- Adhere to OSHA and required safety practices.
- Overtime and occasional out-of-town and overnight travel are anticipated.
Required Qualifications:
- 1+ years of relevant experience within the following surveying services:
- Design surveys, including transportation, utility, municipal, and site development.
- Geospatial control and lidar QA/QC.
- Construction layout for transportation, utility, building, and municipal projects.
- Land surveys, including ALTA and right-of-way plats.
- WisDOT surveying procedures.
- Technically sound in the use of survey equipment and software.
- Physical ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
Desired Skills and Experiences:
- Self-starter who can work independently and who can adapt to working in a team setting.
- A two-year degree in land surveying, civil engineering technology, related field or higher
- Experience with Trimble survey equipment and software.
- Experience with Civil3D/AutoCAD and MicroStation.
- Ability to keep thorough notes and perform necessary survey calculations.
- Ability to effectively communicate with clients and project managers.
Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:â¯
- Health, dental, and vision Insurance.
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance.
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
- PTO, paid holidays including two floating holidays, and a flexible work schedule.
- Professional development opportunities.
Please note, benefits vary depending on job status.â¯To learn more about our great benefits, visit our website atâ¯https://www.ayresassociates.com/careers/the-ayres-advantage/