This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11880322 Surveying And Mapping, LLC\ \ \ Apprenticeship Program - Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)\ \ US-IL-Elk Grove Village\ \ Job ID: 24-6176\ Type: Regular Full-Time\ # of Openings: 1\ Category: Survey\ Chicago\ \ Overview\ \

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.

\ \ Responsibilities\ \

At SAM, we believe People are our best asset and we have built an Apprenticeship Program just for you! Over the course of the program, you will work with our surveying team to learn how to use innovative technology to solve our clients greatest problems. Upon completion, apprentices receive a nationally-recognized credential, certified by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Geomatics Technician (Survey and Mapping)

A land surveyor is a highly trained professional who makes precise measurements to determine property boundaries. They provide data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earths surface for engineering, mapmaking and construction projects. As a surveyor, your services are in demand like no other profession. If you are looking to travel the world, work outdoors, and earn money while doing it, then this may be the profession for you!

Overview of the Apprenticeship Program:

You will collect angles and elevations used for construction, map making, or other purposes, using advanced technology and surveying equipment. While in the field, you will learn how to take notes, sketch drawings and read plans. And finally, you will draft in AutoCAD and perform other surveying tasks, such as records research and quality control. We have a safety first culture and you will be required to complete safety and corporate compliance trainings throughout the program.

• Two Year Program
• Paid Training - Make money while you learn!
• 40 hours per week
• On-The-Job Training
• \$22.00/Hr. minimum upon completion of program
• Journeyman Surveyor Certification

\ \ Qualifications\ \

• Must be a recent high school graduate
• Desire to learn more about the land surveying and geospatial industry
• Willingness to travel and work outside
• Strong interest in working with technology
• Strong math and computer skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

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