Microstation/ORD Technician III

Gdbgeospatial; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Long-term disability / Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Cellphone stipend

Paid time off

Parental leave

Career development programs

Perks at Work discounts

Office snacks

Job summary

Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) in the United States is seeking a MicroStation / ORD Technician to support geospatial and construction-phase projects. You will process data, ensure quality, and assist with project deliverables while collaborating with project teams to meet client requirements.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, proficiency in MicroStation / ORD, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Sr.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, computers, or drafting, or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ years of MicroStation / ORD drafting experience in utility engineering, utility mapping, utility coordination, or related fields.
• Proficiency in MicroStation / ORD, or similar software for drafting.
• Understanding of utility engineering principles.
• Familiarity with survey data, geospatial information, and field-collected utility data is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with project managers and upper management.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process utility design files for each project, maintain company standards, ensuring accuracy and GDOT-style compliance.
• Coordinate with project managers to meet client requirements and deadlines.
• Assist with quality control of client deliverables to ensure SAM standards.
• Monitor multiple utility coordination projects, perform quality assurance, provide feedback as needed.
• Conduct initial quality checks on Utility Design/Concepts to ensure proper clearance for work.
• Support company strategic goals with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

MicroStation / ORD drafting

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Multitasking

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in construction/engineering/drafting or related field

Tools

MicroStation / ORD

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size.

SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence.

At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM

The MicroStation / ORD Technician plays a key role in supporting projects by processing collected data, ensuring quality control, and assisting with project deliverables. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical proficiency in MicroStation / ORD and the ability to collaborate with project teams to meet client requirements. Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager, the UC MicroStation / ORD Technician will assist in maintaining data accuracy, working with the utility coordinators, and ensuring compliance with GDOT and SAM standards.

• Process utility design files from each utility involved with a project, maintain company standards, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GDOT styles, formats and expectations
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure client-specific requirements and project deadlines are met
• Assist with quality control (QC) of client-specific deliverables to ensure accuracy and adherence to SAM standards
• Monitor / oversee multiple utility coordination projects, perform quality assurance, providing feedback as needed
• Conduct initial quality checks on Utility Design / Concepts to make sure all utilities have proper clearance to perform their work without conflict
• Perform other tasks as needed to support company strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferably in construction, engineering, computers, or drafting) or a related field; or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years of MicroStation / ORD drafting experience in utility engineering, utility mapping, utility coordination, or related fields. Previous experience working on GDOT projects
• Proficiency in MicroStation / ORD, or similar software for drafting
• Understanding of utility engineering principles
• Familiarity with survey data, geospatial information, and field-collected utility data is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy and compliance
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with project managers and upper management
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, with dental plans available and free vision coverage for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development:Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts:Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms