Field Surveyor (Northwest Indiana)
Survey Field TechnicianBurns Harbor, Indiana; Joliet, Illinois; Chicago, IllinoisUSD $21.00/Hr.-USD $58.45/Hr.Job DescriptionShape the Future with DLZ! At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest. Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.DLZ is looking for dependable individuals to fill various Field Surveying opportunities! Depending on when you apply DLZ's Industrial Group has positions available in Burns Harbor, IN, Chicago, IL , and/or Joliet, IL. Job Requirements:High School graduate with a minimum of one (1) year to five (5) years relevant experience, ten (10) years relevant experience preferred.Experience with Total Stations, Robotic Total Stations, GPS, and Data Collectors (Trimble equipment experience preferred)Valid driver’s license is mandatory including an insurable driving recordAbility to work overtimeDependability!Availability to work out-of-town for short or longer durations is a plus.Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety PlanPossess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core valuesExperience in the following is preferred, but not required:Work experience in heavy industrial and refinery operationsAbility to climb and comfort with heights is preferredAbility to travelWork experience in construction layout/stakingWork experience in boundary/topographic surveyingIndustrial alignment and surveying background experienceWork experience in heavy industrial and refinery operations Experience in any of the following is a plus:Experience with Optical Tooling (T1, T2, precise level, jig transit)Experience with Laser Trackers (Faro equipment experience is preferred)Experience with Laser ScannersExperience with Hydrographic SurveyingExperience with Drones (UAS’s)Compensation is commensurate with experience, premium pay as appropriate. Investing in Your Future:We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:Health, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts & health savings account401(k) options (Traditional and Roth)Paid parental leaveLife & AD&D insuranceShort- and long-term disabilityWellness program with reimbursement benefitsFor union positions, please visit Union Benefits and here for union pension information Union Pension.Our Commitment to Inclusion:At DLZ, diversity isn’t just a policy — it’s a priority. We foster an environment where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique perspective. Employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications, in full compliance with all applicable laws.This position has a salary range of USD $21.00/Hr.-USD $58.45/Hr., your specific compensation will be determined by a combination of factors, including your job-related knowledge, skill level, education, experience, and overall qualifications.