Land Surveying CAD Technician

Nederveld, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nederveld Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Survey CAD Technician to draft surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D from field data gathered by the land survey crew. This full-time role requires attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

You will read maps and descriptions, communicate with the field crew and clients to ensure deliverables are met, and follow company standards. A Michigan license is a potential advancement path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years of experience using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Experience with boundary and topographical survey layouts.
• Candidate able to obtain Michigan Professional Survey license is a benefit and may offer advancement.

Responsibilities

• Draft surveys in AutoCAD Civil 3D from field notes and data.
• Read and interpret property descriptions, maps, surveys, and field documents.
• Communicate with the land survey crew and clients to ensure deliverables are met.
• Follow company standards for drawing creation and presentation.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Organized

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–2 years AutoCAD Civil 3D experience

Boundary and topographical survey layout

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

A Survey CAD Technician will draft surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D based on information gathered in the field from the land survey crew.

Essential Functions

• Preview survey field notes and field data and prepare survey using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Read and interpret property descriptions and/or maps, surveys, and other field documents
• Communicate with the land survey crew in the field and clients to ensure deliverables are met
• Follow company standards for drawing creation and presentation

Essential Skills For Performing The Job

• Self-motivated
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Operating computers and the Microsoft Office suite
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Professionalism

Required Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-2 years using AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Boundary, and topographical survey layout
• Candidate capable of obtaining Michigan Professional Survey license is a benefit and may offer the opportunity for advancement

Position Type, Expected Hours

This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Physical Demands

This position is largely sedentary. An employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, and hear.

Disclaimer

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.

Nederveld Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.