About KCE:

At KCE, we believe that employees are a company's greatest asset. Our commitment to excellence is built on a foundation of investing in our people - a philosophy that has earned us recognition as an award-winning employer for over 50 years. We have created a workplace that fosters long-term careers, collaboration, and shared success. Through our unique employee ownership model, key team members have the opportunity to become shareholders, helping drive the future of KCE while maintaining our values and mission.

We are currently seeking a full-time Land Surveyor to join our dynamic surveying team in our Allentown Office. Whether you're just starting out or building on a few years of experience, this role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built surveys while learning from some of the best in the field.

Why KCE?

• Work/Life Balance is a Core Value at KCE.
• Competitive Salary with paid overtime
• Comprehensive Medical Plan Options: HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) or traditional copay plan
• Dental and Vision insurance options
• Company-Paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance available
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth retirement plans with generous company match
• Company Events and team-building activities
• Flexible Work Schedules and casual dress code
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Nine Paid Holidays

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting field surveys for boundary, topographic, construction, and as-built projects.
• Operate and maintain surveying instruments such as total stations, GPS units, levels, and data collectors.
• Collect and accurately record field data, including measurements, angles, distances, and elevations.
• Set up, calibrate, and take down survey equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintain organized and accurate field notes and records.
• Assist in preparing survey maps, plats, and CAD drawings (AutoCAD Civil 3D experience preferred).
• Perform basic land surveying calculations such as leveling, traversing, and coordinate geometry.
• Assist with staking property boundaries and construction sites based on survey data.
• Research land records, deeds, maps, and related documents to support survey work.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. (Associate degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred.)
• Experience in land surveying or related fieldwork.
• Proficiency with surveying equipment (total stations, GPS units, levels, data collectors).
• Basic understanding of land surveying principles and construction fundamentals.
• Familiarity with boundary and topographic surveying.
• Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong mathematical skills, including geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to accurately interpret survey data, maps, and legal descriptions.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication and professional client interaction skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with technical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather and terrain conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Carlson and ServePro software is a plus.
• Basic experience with survey equipment and familiarity with CAD software is a plus.

Important Notice: Applicants must currently reside in the United States and have legal authorization to work in the U.S. at the time of application. We are unable to consider candidates who do not meet these criteria.