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• Must have in-depth experience with Microstation and/or
AutoCAD / Civil 3d
• Experience with NYSDOT survey procedures, a plus Student Spotlight:
• Experience with sUAS, a plus
• Experience with terrestrial and/or mobile LiDAR, a plus Jesse Larson
• The candidate must work well in a team environment
Good faith salary range is provided, and salary package will be Born and raised in Ithaca, New York, a city
commensurate with experience. with rich history and expansive natural
$95,000 - $130,000 features, Jesse Larson cultivated a dream to explore and map the
world around him. From a young age, Jesse aspired to become a
Technician cartographer, harboring a profound fascination with maps and
Responsibilities include, but not limited to: the stories they tell. However, as he grew, a shadow of despair
• Follows the direction of the Survey Crew chief to dimmed his aspirations, stemming from the belief that the
complete assigned projects. modern world left no land uncharted, no territory unmapped.
• Willing to learn and follow procedures and State It wasn’t until his senior year of high school that a new direction
requirements when applicable. unfolded before him, one that would rekindle his passion and set
• Maintains equipment in good working condition, a course for his future. A visit to Paul Smith’s College and the
performs general cleaning and keeps a maintenance Ranger School exposed Jesse to the field of surveying, an encounter
record, keeps batteries charged, and communicates the that would pivot his path from mere fascination to focused
need for replacement batteries or equipment as necessary. pursuit. This revelation was a beacon, illuminating a career that
• Keeps the truck equipped with supplies necessary to perfectly married his love for the outdoors and his zeal for
complete the day’s work. historical research.
• Adheres to safety procedures and uses all personal safety Now, as a senior at Alfred State College, Jesse is on the brink of
equipment provided. completing his degree in Surveying and Geomatics Engineering
• Processing of field data and CADD drafting. Technology. His journey through academia has been a testament
Requirements: to his dedication and a reflection of his lifelong enchantment with
• Able to operate standard survey field equipment, and able maps and the mysteries they hold.
to learn new technologies. Since 2021, Jesse has been honing his skills in both theory and
• Must be computer literate and able to adapt to new software. application through a part-time position with Denkenberger
• Experience with Trimble Access and/or Leica Captivate Surveying. His role, split between the office and the field, has
field software (Preferred). offered him a practical understanding and application of his studies.
• Experience in Microstation and InRoads software The work has not only sharpened his technical abilities but has also
platforms (Preferred). stoked the flames of his passion—seeing new places, hunting for
• Experience with Leica GNSS Equipment and Leica monuments, evaluating boundary evidence, and solving the
Infinity Software (Preferred). intricate puzzles that boundary surveying often presents.
• Experience with Cylcone Point Cloud Processing Software
(Preferred). Despite his enthusiasm, the road hasn’t been without its bumps.
Jesse candidly shares his disdain for troubleshooting equipment
Experience, Education, and Certification malfunctions, a reminder of the challenges that come with
• Bachelor’s (Preferred) or Associate’s degree in Land merging tradition and technology in the surveying field.
Surveying and/or 3-5 years of experience with or
Surveying Firm. Looking ahead, Jesse’s aspirations are as clear as the maps he so
• Valid Driver’s License required. adores. After graduation, he plans to transition to a full-time

Good faith salary range is provided, and salary package will be position with Denkenberger Surveying, setting his sights on
obtaining licensure within the next 3-4 years. His vision extends
commensurate with experience. beyond personal achievement; it’s about the joy of discovery and
$50,000 - $65,000 the satisfaction of solving the permanent puzzle of the earth’s
To apply for either position, please visit https://www.popligroup. surface.
com/careers to upload your resume. Jesse’s journey from a young map enthusiast to a budding
surveying professional embodies a profound gratitude for the
Surveying Practice for Sale individuals and institutions that have guided him. He extends a
Location: Bohemia, NY heartfelt thanks to his professors and employer, acknowledging
Land Surveying Practice for sale which has been in business their instrumental role in nurturing his knowledge and skills.
for 50 years and records go back to 1950. The firm owns the Jesse Larson’s story is more than a trajectory of career development;
records of James E. Williams, Chester Greatsinger, and Charles it’s a narrative of rediscovery and unwavering passion—a
Gravano. Past offers were $150,000+. Owner is looking to testament to the belief that even in a world seemingly mapped to
retire and will consider any serious offer. If interested, please its last corner, there’s always room for exploration, learning, and
reach out to NYSAPLS with your contact information. leaving one’s mark on the map of life.

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