Step into a role where your talent drives real-world impact. At AHBL, we’re looking for professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and see every project as an adventure. If you enjoy working closely with clients and cross-functional teams to bring projects from concept to construction, we want to meet you!

At AHBL, we don’t just shape cities—we help to build vibrant communities where the work is rewarding. Our teams enjoy coming to work and flourish through innovation and creativity.

Since 1969, our multi-discipline firm has delivered innovative solutions in engineering, planning, landscape architecture, and land surveying. Our team is passionate about creative problem-solving, and we take pride in the meaningful, diverse projects we deliver.

What you will do 
We are currently looking for a Survey Chainperson to help us make a real impact in our Tri-Cities office. In this role, you will work as a member of a survey crew and will assist in performing boundary, topography, ALTA, right-of-way, and construction surveys. You will operate and maintain survey equipment, take field notes, collect data, perform calculations, and assist with construction staking projects. Work is conducted year-round and involves working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Projects will include subdivisions, educational facilities, and military facilities.

What we are looking for 

• High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 or more years of related experience.
• Must be able to run equipment and do basic calculations using previous courses in mathematics and surveying are required to perform the above-mentioned responsibilities
• The ability to think independently and thrive in a team atmosphere
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and the ability to obtain and maintain clearance to work at local military installations

Desired Qualifications:

• Land surveying experience
• Manual labor experience
• Experience with survey instrumentation

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Actual pay will be based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

• Chainperson II - $25.00 - $33.00 per hour.
• Annual discretionary performance-based bonus.
• 100% paid employee medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance and long-term disability protection. Subsidized dependent coverage.
• Option of PPO health plan or HDHP with Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution.
• Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits. PTO is accrued at 16.5 days (132 hours) annually for new hires.
• 8 company-paid holidays each calendar year.
• Discretionary company-matched 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Additional voluntary benefits include voluntary hospital indemnity coverage, voluntary accident insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.

WHY AHBL?

• We offer a fun and friendly atmosphere with team outings and ensure that the work is always enjoyable.
• We encourage out of the box thinking and innovative approaches to every project.
• Our teams celebrate successes and support each other through challenges.
• Our projects are primarily in the Pacific Northwest, so our work shapes the communities where we live and work.
• We offer continuous learning and professional development to advance your career.

AHBL is committed to the principles of equal opportunity by providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We provide equal opportunity to all candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, genetic information, mental or physical disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

AHBL will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that covered individuals, including protected veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

AHBL will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us.