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246 North High Street, 1st Floor
Columbus, Ohio, 43215
United States
Who We Are
What You'll Do
- Attend mandated state and federal surveyor training.
- Travel to health care facilities to participate in (and/or conduct under supervision) onsite inspections of providers to determine compliance.
- Participate, under supervision, in discussion with facility officials regarding survey findings.
- Attend (as part of survey team) exit interview meetings with facility staff.
- Learn to review plans of correction for deficiencies.
- Complete survey reports and deficiency statements in accordance with the Principles of Documentation.
- Provide consultation to newer surveyors.
- Receive training in gathering evidence, for cases which may require legal action.
- Participate (as member of survey team) in hearing preparations and hearings.
- Testify before judicial bodies as assigned.
- Analyze data collected during survey process and prepare specialized reports as assigned.
- Assist in drafting responses to problems/questions regarding survey process.
- Assist supervisor in preparing speeches to community groups, providers, or other agencies; draft and deliver speeches as assigned.
- Carry laptop, portable scanner, reference materials and forms (weighing up to 25 lbs.) to/from worksite.
- Learn to use computer-assisted process in conducting and documenting surveys.
- Learn to use applicable data sets (e.g., MDS, OASIS) and quality indicator reports to monitor and evaluate quality indicators.
- Learn to develop other reports/materials required by Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
- Maintain administrative records and/or library of current reference literature, as needed.
- Complete and submit all travel documents (e.g., travel logs, travel authorizations), records, expense reports and all computerized survey forms.
- Notify supervisor of problems that jeopardize meeting timeframes.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
- Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
- Bachelors or advanced degree in assigned discipline
- Experience conducting surveys/inspections of long term care and non-long term care facilities, ( e.g., hospitals, nursing homes, ICF/IID, home health, ESRD, ambulatory surgical centers, rehabilitation agencies, hospice)
- Has passed SMQT Surveyor Minimum Qualification Test
- Experience working in a nursing home or ICF/IID as a licensed health care Professional
- Experience and/or education in technical or report writing
- Experience in preparing and presenting technical presentations
- Experience working with computer software (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience working in critical care, hospital, urgent care or emergency department as a licensed health care professional
- Experience in providing training and orientation to new employees or cross training to established employees
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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Who's Hiring
- RDSolutions219

- Brasfield & Gorrie14

- Toll Brothers2

- ms consultants2

- Century Concrete2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Retail
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in field surveyor jobs.
- Experience operating GPS/GNSS equipment and total stations in the field
- Proficiency with data collection software such as Trimble Access or Fieldbook
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to remote or rural project sites
- Associate or bachelor's degree in surveying technology, geomatics, or civil engineering
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar CAD drafting software
- Survey Technician certification or progress toward state licensure as a Professional Land Surveyor
Tips for Your Field Surveyor Job Search
List your instrument experience clearly
Employers filter hard on specific equipment. Name every total station, GPS/GNSS receiver, and data collector you've operated, and note whether your experience is with Trimble, Leica, or Topcon systems. Vague references to 'survey equipment' won't get you past the first screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists field surveyor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to project type
A resume built around ALTA/NSPS boundary work reads differently to a hiring manager filling a construction layout role. Identify the dominant project type in each posting and lead your experience bullets with matching examples before listing general duties.
Highlight your state licensure status up front
Many postings require or prefer a Party Chief, Survey Technician, or Licensed Surveyor credential tied to a specific state. Put your licensure level and issuing state in your resume header so reviewers don't have to dig for it.
Prepare field scenario answers for interviews
Interviewers for field surveyor roles routinely ask how you've handled benchmark discrepancies, adverse weather decisions, or access disputes on private land. Rehearse two or three specific field situations where your judgment resolved a problem before the interview.
Negotiate relocation terms before you accept
Field surveyor roles are often tied to active project sites that may shift. Ask during the offer stage whether relocation allowances, per diem rates, or travel reimbursement are included, and get the terms in writing before you give notice.
Field Surveyor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most field surveyors?
The most active employers for field surveyors right now are RDSolutions, Brasfield & Gorrie, and Toll Brothers, and the most openings are in Ohio, Wisconsin, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Infrastructure expansion and land development activity are the main drivers of demand in those markets.
How many field surveyor jobs are remote?
About 17% of field surveyor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the work is physically tied to project sites. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or office-based flexibility include data processing, CAD drafting support, and project coordination roles within larger surveying firms.
How do you become a field surveyor?
Start by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in surveying technology, geomatics, or civil engineering technology. From there, you gain field experience as a survey technician or rodman, logging hours under a licensed Professional Land Surveyor. Most states require passing the Fundamentals of Surveying exam and accumulating supervised field experience before you can sit for the Professional Land Surveyor licensure exam.
Can I get hired as a field surveyor with little experience?
Yes, many firms hire entry-level survey technicians and rodmen with no prior field experience, especially if you have relevant coursework or a surveying technology degree. Demonstrating comfort with outdoor physical work, a clean driving record, and basic familiarity with GPS or CAD tools can offset a thin resume. Smaller regional firms and government agencies are often more willing to train new hires than large engineering contractors.
What does the field surveyor interview process look like?
Most field surveyor interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with HR or a project manager, followed by a technical conversation focused on your instrument experience, software proficiency, and how you've handled field challenges like access issues or equipment errors. Some employers include a short practical assessment or ask you to describe a past project in detail. Final rounds often involve meeting the crew lead or regional manager who would supervise you.
Where can I find and apply to field surveyor jobs?
You can find and apply to field surveyor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and project type, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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