Land Surveyor Jobs in Ohio
Land Surveyor jobs in Ohio are actively sought across construction, civil engineering, and public infrastructure sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level field technician to senior licensed surveyor. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati anchor the bulk of hiring, and established firms like ODOT, Woolpert, and ms consultants maintain consistent Ohio operations. Boundary surveying, construction staking, and topographic surveying are the specialties appearing most often in current postings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Independence Excavating is looking to hire a full time Land Surveyor that will be responsible for preparing and reviewing data for field crews. The Surveyor will be preparing and approving cut sheets and as-builts on construction projects.
Who is IX?
From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 70 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/
What do we believe in?
PEOPLE:
Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.
PERFORMANCE:
Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.
COMMUNITY:
Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.
A typical day looks like:
- Producing and verifying cut sheets
- Overseeing and coordinating the initial layout at the job site and provides continuous monitoring of the same
- Providing work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of material by crafts, i.e.,
- Providing checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques
- Providing topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities
- Supervising Surveying Technician and Surveying Trainee personnel
- Regularly making important decisions on interpreting drawings and specifications and applying them to the physical layout at the job site.
Do you have what it takes?
- Minimum HS Diploma. Additional training and/or related certificate preferred
- Minimum five years of previous related experience
- Comfort level with Trimble GPS equipment, Trimble machine control, Trimble total station setup, ect.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Ability to build surfaces for GPS equipment
- Utilize and have a thorough understanding of surveying practices and equipment use
- Must have good math skills
- Must be able to verbally communicate instructions and plans well with all internal and external contacts
- Must be able to effectively communicate rationale behind decisions made
- Work must be performed carefully and with great accuracy
- Must have a valid driver's license
- This is a field and office position- willingness to work outside and in all weather conditions
- Local travel to job sites required
- Occasional overtime may be necessary during peak times
Why IX?
- Weekly Competitive Pay!
- Excellent Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA & HSA
- Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- 401(k) + Company match
- Paid corporate training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
- Family-owned and operated since 1956
Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
Land Surveyor
Independence Excavating is looking to hire a full time Land Surveyor that will be responsible for preparing and reviewing data for field crews. The Surveyor will be preparing and approving cut sheets and as-builts on construction projects.
Who is IX?
From breaking ground to the finished project, our team has been laying the groundwork for excellence on heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 70 years. We combine innovations of industry with decades of successfully completed projects, proving we are a value-added partner from the ground up! Over six decades, Independence Excavating has established a team of construction professionals that sets us apart from other contractors. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.indexc.com/
What do we believe in?
PEOPLE:
Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.
PERFORMANCE:
Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.
COMMUNITY:
Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.
A typical day looks like:
- Producing and verifying cut sheets
- Overseeing and coordinating the initial layout at the job site and provides continuous monitoring of the same
- Providing work control lines and elevations that are required for accurate measurement and correct installation of material by crafts, i.e.,
- Providing checking of as-built conditions that require the use of surveying techniques
- Providing topographic and cross-section surveys as required for planning and payment quantities
- Supervising Surveying Technician and Surveying Trainee personnel
- Regularly making important decisions on interpreting drawings and specifications and applying them to the physical layout at the job site.
Do you have what it takes?
- Minimum HS Diploma. Additional training and/or related certificate preferred
- Minimum five years of previous related experience
- Comfort level with Trimble GPS equipment, Trimble machine control, Trimble total station setup, ect.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Ability to build surfaces for GPS equipment
- Utilize and have a thorough understanding of surveying practices and equipment use
- Must have good math skills
- Must be able to verbally communicate instructions and plans well with all internal and external contacts
- Must be able to effectively communicate rationale behind decisions made
- Work must be performed carefully and with great accuracy
- Must have a valid driver's license
- This is a field and office position- willingness to work outside and in all weather conditions
- Local travel to job sites required
- Occasional overtime may be necessary during peak times
Why IX?
- Weekly Competitive Pay!
- Excellent Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA & HSA
- Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Wellness Incentive Program
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- 401(k) + Company match
- Paid corporate training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
- Family-owned and operated since 1956
Independence Excavating, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in land surveyor jobs across Ohio.
- Active Ohio Professional Surveyor license or eligibility for Ohio licensure required
- Proficiency with total stations, GPS/GNSS equipment, and data collectors
- Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, deeds, and plats
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar CAD and survey software
- Valid driver's license and ability to work in varied outdoor field conditions
- Strong written communication skills for preparing legal survey descriptions and reports
Land Surveyor Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a land surveyor in Ohio?
To become a licensed land surveyor in Ohio, you must pass the Fundamentals of Surveying exam, accumulate supervised field experience, and then pass the Principles and Practice of Surveying exam administered through the Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A bachelor's degree in surveying or a related field from an accredited program strengthens your application, though some candidates qualify through a combination of coursework and extended work experience.
How much do land surveyors make in Ohio?
Land surveyors in Ohio earn a median of about $70,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $48,600 for the lowest 10% to over $114,440 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire land surveyors in Ohio?
Employers hiring land surveyors in Ohio right now include DTK, ISG, and Kleinfelder, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's active transportation and infrastructure investment programs keep large engineering firms and state agencies among the most consistent sources of surveyor openings year-round.
Which Ohio cities have the most land surveyor jobs?
Cleveland, Columbus, and Groveport lead Ohio in land surveyor openings. Columbus drives volume through major highway and development projects managed by ODOT and private civil engineering firms, Cleveland supports demand through industrial redevelopment and port infrastructure, and Cincinnati benefits from its position as a regional construction hub with active residential and commercial growth drawing firms across the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky corridor.
Are there remote land surveyor jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Land surveying is fundamentally a field-based profession requiring physical presence on site for boundary determination, construction staking, and topographic work. About 33% of land surveyor openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those roles tend to concentrate on office-side duties such as CAD drafting, deed research, or project coordination rather than field survey work.
How can I get hired as a land surveyor in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a survey technician or field crew position, which large Ohio engineering firms and ODOT-affiliated contractors hire without requiring a Professional Surveyor license. Firms like Woolpert and ms consultants have hired entry-level technicians who progress toward licensure while working. Completing the Fundamentals of Surveying exam early signals commitment, and an associate degree or bachelor's in surveying technology from a program at Stark State College or similar Ohio institution gives candidates a concrete edge over applicants with no formal training.
Where can I find and apply to land surveyor jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to land surveyor jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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