Reality Capture Technician

Company Overview

GIS is a premier energy services company delivering comprehensive solutions across the evolving energy landscape. While rooted in over 75 years of excellence in offshore and onshore construction and maintenance within the oil and gas industry, GIS has expanded its capabilities to include large-scale utility solar farm construction projects. Our continued commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence allows us to support both traditional and renewable energy sectors with the same trusted expertise.

Position Summary:

GIS is seeking a Reality Capture Field Technician to support the collection and delivery of accurate 3D spatial data for industrial and commercial projects. This primarily field-oriented role involves operating laser scanning equipment, supporting survey control activities, performing field quality checks, and organizing captured data for processing and use by engineering, design, construction, and technology teams. Candidates with related technical field experience and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply; responsibilities and independence will grow with demonstrated experience. The position may also support office-based scan registration and point cloud processing.

Key Responsibilities: RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned):

· Perform terrestrial and mobile laser scanning at industrial and commercial facilities, following GIS and client safety procedures.

· Prepare, inspect, transport, set up, and maintain scanning equipment, tripods, batteries, targets, and accessories.

· Assist with capture planning, scan coverage, target placement, field documentation, and verification of data completeness.

· Support survey control activities, including identification and documentation of monuments, targets, ground control points, and use of total stations or GNSS/GPS equipment as trained and authorized.

· Perform field QA/QC checks; identify missing coverage, data quality concerns, or equipment issues and communicate corrective actions promptly.

· Organize, transfer, back up, and document field datasets in accordance with project file naming, data management, and QA/QC procedures.

· Assist with preliminary scan registration, alignment, review, and processing using Leica Register 360, FARO Scene, Autodesk ReCap, NavVis IVION, or comparable platforms as experience permits.

· Coordinate with survey, processing, engineering, and project teams regarding field progress, deliverable readiness, and technical issues.

· Complete field logs, daily progress updates, and required safety and quality documentation; perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications:

· One or more years of experience in reality capture, surveying, construction layout, industrial field services, or another related technical discipline; prior laser scanning experience is not required for trainable candidates.

· Technical certification or associate degree in surveying, drafting/design, engineering technology, geospatial sciences, or a related field.

· Experience working in petrochemical, oil and gas, manufacturing, or commercial construction environments.

· Experience with NavVis, FARO, Leica, or similar mobile or terrestrial laser scanning equipment.

· Familiarity with survey control, coordinate systems, LiDAR principles, scan registration, or point cloud QA/QC.

· Experience with Leica Register 360, FARO Scene, Autodesk ReCap, NavVis IVION, Leica Cyclone, or similar software.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel for logs and tracking.

Work Environment and Travel:

This position combines field assignments and office-based activities, with fieldwork expected to be a primary responsibility. Assignments may require travel to client facilities, overnight stays, extended field deployments, and work outside standard business hours depending on project needs. Specific travel expectations and scheduling will be discussed during recruiting.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Ability to sit for extended periods while performing computer-based scan processing, file management, or data review.

· Ability to walk industrial job sites, navigate uneven terrain, and access structural platforms for extended durations.

· Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated work platforms while handling scanning equipment.

· Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 60 pounds of scanning equipment, tripods, batteries, and accessories.

· Ability to wear all required PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and respiratory protection when required.

· Ability to maintain visual acuity for interpreting detailed point clouds, screen-based data, and field measurements.

· Ability to work in physically demanding environments includes tight spaces, elevated locations, and varying weather conditions.

EEOC Statement:

GIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person