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SAM Companies

Lidar Technician I, II, and III

SAM Companies, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Who We Are 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 At SAM, you’ll play a key role in transforming LiDAR and imagery into precise mapping deliverables that power tomorrow’s infrastructure. You'll support utilities projects across the country and gain hands‑on experience with industry‑leading tools while learning from experts who are invested in your growth. This is a chance to build advanced technical skills, contribute to impactful projects, and take your geospatial career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products

Classification of LiDAR point clouds

Compilation of mapping features from LiDAR point clouds

Compilation of mapping features from orthophotography

Other duties as assigned

What You Bring to SAM

Eagerness to advance and grow in a geospatial career and a strong commitment to making significant contributions to the team

Strong work ethic and work history, demonstrated integrity, and personal accountability for contributing to the team's success

Excellent computer and technical skills, including MS Office Suite

Electric Transmission experience preferred

Microstation and TerraSolid experience is highly preferred

Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skill

Experience with any of the following:

CAD

Orthophotography

LiDAR Point Clouds (highly preferred)

LiDAR Classification (highly preferred)

Mapping from LiDAR or Imagery (highly preferred)

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, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend

Work‑Life Balance:

Flexible hybrid work schedules for office positions, 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

EEO SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.

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