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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Capture Technician and Team Lead - **Company:** SOS Security LLC - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $62,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3D Scanning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Link, Mobile Application Software, Planning Software - **Published:** June 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=df37c5127f57b5fa ## About the Role Do you have experience in Outdoor work?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree in land surveying?, The ideal candidate has experience working on construction sites and possesses strong leadership, planning, and communication skills. You thrive in fast-paced environments, take ownership of outcomes, and are comfortable working both independently and as part of a broader project team., * Based in or near Austin, Texas with the ability to travel regularly to local and regional construction sites. * Available Monday through Friday for 35+ hours per week. * Proven experience coordinating teams, leading field operations, or managing projects. * Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Excellent verbal and written English communication skills. * Comfortable using mobile applications, scheduling tools, and technical field equipment. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Physically capable of walking long distances, navigating uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and standing for extended periods on active construction sites. Preferred * Experience working on construction sites. * Background in Construction Management, Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related fields. * Previous experience in site operations, field services, surveying, reality capture, or construction technology. * Experience managing field teams or coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. What Makes You Successful in This Role * You take ownership and accountability for results. * You proactively identify and solve problems before they become issues. * You communicate clearly and professionally with multiple stakeholders. * You enjoy balancing hands-on field work with team leadership responsibilities. * You can adapt quickly to changing schedules and project priorities. ## Description We are seeking an autonomous, highly organized Data Capture Technician & Team Lead based in the Austin, Texas area to oversee and execute reality capture projects supporting AI-driven construction solutions. This is a unique player-coach role, combining hands-on fieldwork with operational leadership. You will manage your own construction site data capture projects while coordinating a team of Video Data Capture Technicians to ensure complete project coverage across the region., * Data Capture & Field Operations * Capture high-quality construction site data on assigned projects using specialized equipment and mobile applications. * Conduct routine site visits and ensure accurate, complete, and timely data collection. * Maintain high standards of quality across all captured data. Team Coordination & Leadership * Coordinate schedules and deployments for a team of Video Data Capture Technicians. * Monitor project coverage and ensure all assigned sites are serviced efficiently. * Provide guidance and support to field technicians to maintain operational excellence. Backup Coverage & Problem Solving * Step in and perform field data capture when technicians are unavailable. * Travel to active construction sites as needed to ensure project continuity. * Anticipate staffing, scheduling, and logistical challenges before they impact project delivery. Risk Management & Safety * Identify potential operational, logistical, and safety risks. * Ensure compliance with all site-specific safety requirements and protocols. * Promote a culture of safety and accountability across the field team. Communication & Reporting * Serve as the primary communication link between field technicians, site managers, clients, and internal project stakeholders. * Provide regular project updates, status reports, and risk assessments. * Escalate issues proactively and recommend solutions., * Describe your experience leading or coordinating field operations, site-based teams, or construction-related projects. What types of teams or projects did you oversee? * This role involves working across active construction sites throughout Texas. Can you share your experience working in construction, surveying, infrastructure, or other field-based operational environments? * Tell us about a time you managed changing schedules, coordinated field logistics, or handled multiple active projects simultaneously. How did you stay organized and ensure projects stayed on track? * Describe a situation where you identified and resolved an operational issue, coverage gap, safety concern, or scheduling conflict in the field. What actions did you take and what was the outcome? * What experience do you have using mobile applications, scheduling platforms, specialized field equipment, or data collection tools in operational or construction environments? * This role requires frequent communication with technicians, construction site managers, and stakeholders. Can you share an example of how you led a team, communicated priorities, or handled coordination across multiple groups? * Are you currently based in or near the Austin, Texas area? * Are you comfortable traveling regularly to local and regional construction sites throughout Texas? * Are you comfortable walking long distances, navigating uneven terrain, and standing for extended periods on active construction sites? * Are you available to work Monday through Friday for 35+ hours per week? * What is your desired pay rate? ## Related Videos - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [Documentation as a Tool: Introducing Documentation Driven Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/927-documentation-as-a-tool-introducing-documentation-driven-development) - [AI Space Factories, Hacking Self-Driving Cars & Detecting Deepfakes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1812-ai-space-factories-hacking-self-driving-cars-detecting-deepfakes) - [Data is Key: Scraping Metadata from Websites](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/708-data-is-key-scraping-metadata-from-websites) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) - [IKEA Story: Transforming an Iconic Retail Brand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/444-ikea-story-transforming-an-iconic-retail-brand) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)