Land Survey Technician

American Engineering; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401 K Plan

Holiday

Vacation

Sick Leave

Job summary

A growing civil engineering firm located in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking a Land Survey Technician with proficiency in CAD software and at least 5 years of experience. The role involves creating and managing survey-related drawings, processing field data, and ensuring accuracy in project deliverables. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of surveying techniques. Full benefits are included with the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience as a CAD/Land Survey Technician.
• Ability to perform calculations, analyze data, and solve technical problems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass drug testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Creating and modifying survey drawings, plats, and other technical documents using CAD.
• Processing field survey data and generating digital terrain models.
• Preparing various survey and engineering documents.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD Software

Survey Knowledge

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate's degree in a survey-related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson Survey

Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

American Engineering is currently looking for a Land Survey Technician to work with our Survey Division located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The applicant will work in conjunction with a Professional Land Surveyor to perform a wide variety of survey related tasks in an office setting. Primary duties involve utilizing CAD software to create and manage survey-related drawings, plats, and technical documents, process field data, perform calculations, and produce accurate deliverables for surveying and engineering projects. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with a good understanding of surveying techniques and equipment. The Land Survey Technician will be capable of handling multiple projects while working effectively with Engineering and Surveying team members.

Responsibilities

• Creating and modifying survey drawings, plats, and other technical documents using AutoCAD, Carlson Survey and/ or Civil 3D efficiently and accurately.
• Ensure field crews efficiently execute survey tasks, providing guidance and direction as needed
• Processing field survey data from data collectors and GPS receivers, performing computations, and generating digital terrain models.
• Researching and analyzing property records, preparing legal descriptions, and other relevant tasks.
• Preparation of a wide variety of products, such as topographic surveys, ALTA/NSPS surveys, subdivision and condominium plats, Utility exhibits, Construction Record Drawings, residential site plans and other survey and engineering documents
• Working closely with surveyors, engineers, and field crews to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepare stakeout plans, Cut Sheets and point files for construction layout projects
• Reviewing and verifying the accuracy and completeness of survey drawings and data

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD Software: Strong skills in AutoCAD, Carlson Survey, Civil 3D, or similar CAD software. Minimum of 5 years experience as a CAD/Land Survey Technician
• Survey Knowledge: Understanding of surveying principles, field procedures, and equipment.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to perform calculations, analyze data, and solve technical problems.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with surveyors, engineers, and field crews.
• Attention to Detail: Accuracy and precision in all tasks are crucial.
• Education: An associate\'s degree in a survey-related field or formal CAD training is preferred. High school diploma or GED and a minimum of 5 years in a Land Surveying role.
• Ability to work extended hours including Saturdays and potential travel out of town, possibly for a week at a time.
• Understanding of various surveying techniques, including boundary, topographic, and ALTA/NSPS surveys
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to pass drug testing may be required.
• Full benefit package, including but not limited to: Health Insurance, 401 K Plan, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave.

Company Overview

American Engineering is a fast growing, dynamic firm which provides growth opportunities for motivated employees. Our office location is American Engineering, 830 Greenbrier Circle, Suite 110, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Employment Type

• Full-time

Industry

• Civil Engineering and Construction