For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Your Impact at SAM:
A GIS Field Technician is responsible for acquiring field data for various utilities with the intent of populating asset information in a GIS database. You will work in the field with your co-workers, using the latest GPS technology to accurately inventory utility assets for cities and utility companies.
- Position is 100% outdoors and requires walking long distances in a variety of terrain and weather conditions
- Work can be anywhere in the continental US. Must be willing to travel.
- Interpret record drawings and materials to confidently navigate a project area.
- Effectively work with other crew members and project management in a professional manner.
- Communicate confidently with client representatives at the project location when necessary.
- Follow all company safety procedures and dress codes.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the project manager.
What You Bring to SAM:
- High School diploma or equivalent; two to four-year degree in GIS, Geography, Surveying or related degree a plus
- Knowledge of utilities, GPS, and/or GIS preferred
- Ability to travel for extended periods of time
- Proficient communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently with other team members
- Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot on the fly
- Ability to walk 5 miles a day and/or stand for up to 10 hours a day
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Possession of a valid, current driver’s license
- Ability to work overtime
- Willingness to learn
- Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
Our Perks:
- Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
- Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
- Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
- Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
- Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms