GIS/CAD Technician - Land Survey for Energy (Houston)

Aquent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a GIS/CAD Technician for Land Survey & Gas Operations in Downtown Houston, TX. This on-site role translates field data into precise drawings and maps to secure land rights, supporting energy infrastructure expansion and reliability.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of drafting/mapping experience and proficiency with AutoCAD and Trimble Business Center. You will work with field crews to produce accurate maps, easements, and boundary reports, contributing to large-scale utility

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of professional drafting/mapping experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and coordinate geometry software.
• Basic surveying techniques and ability to produce maps.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent communication.
• Valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Interpret deeds, maps, and field notes to locate boundaries and utility facilities accurately.
• Prepare detailed maps, sketches, plats, and metes & bounds descriptions.
• Collect, input, and analyze electronic field data with computations.
• Determine boundary easement locations between private and company-owned properties.
• Create, update, and maintain easement and property rights data in GIS systems.
• Delineate routes, areas, and sites for acquisitions to support operations.
• Collaborate with field survey crews to perform measurements and data collection.
• Prepare legal reports, maps, and plats for architecture, engineering, environmental, and legal consultants.

Skills

Drafting

Mapping

Analytical

Communication

Problem solving

Excel

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble Business Center

ArcMap GIS

Job description

Aquent is seeking a GIS/CAD Technician for Land Survey & Gas Operations in Downtown Houston, TX. This on-site role translates field data into precise drawings and maps to secure land rights, supporting energy infrastructure expansion and reliability.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of drafting/mapping experience and proficiency with AutoCAD and Trimble Business Center. You will work with field crews to produce accurate maps, easements, and boundary reports, contributing to large-scale utility