Field Technician (Lidar/Survey Field Technician)
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Country: United States
Category: Other
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: April 27, 2026
Job ID: 646795
Job Description
Job Title: Field Technician (Lidar/Survey Field Technician)
Location: Chicago, IL 60606
Contract length: 12-month Contract
Pay: $27/hr - $30/hr
Field Technician Qualifications
- Assist engineers in various technical aspects by conducting site surveys.
- Collect field data utilizing various types of equipment, devices and hardware best suited for each application.
- Compile technical data to be presented to Design Project Managers and senior staff to be used in design development.
- Produce accurate and complete documentation of field data for use on engineering projects.
- Verify installation for in-place elements on construction projects.
- Interface with client owner and contracting partner as needed.
- Ensure compliance with company and site safety policies.
- Ability to travel on a regular basis
- All other duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in science or related field preferred by not required.
- Required minimum 4-years of applicable experience.
- Preferred candidate should possess a general understanding of site investigations, inspections and assessments with basic knowledge of engineering design, construction, and inspection.
- Previous construction or consulting experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrate ability to work in a team environment working with, and supporting, project managers, directors, engineers, technicians, and site workers within the project.
- Ability to work and maintain positive relationships with various governmental agencies, clients, contractors, residents, suppliers, technical experts, and consultants.
- Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and maps.
- Valid driver's license required
- Must have knowledge of survey equipment and procedures (i.e. Total Station, GPS, Automatic Level, Topographical Surveys, Level Runs, etc.)
- Must have basic computer software knowledge (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point).
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
