Outdoor Surveyor - Civil Tech (Part-Time Seasonal)

Cass County Government; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Cass County North Dakota is seeking a part-time seasonal Surveyor - Engineering Technician to support critical civil engineering projects. You will primarily work outdoors, collecting topography data and staking grades for roads, bridges, and drainage systems.

You’ll draft designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D, document your work, and help with cost estimates, material testing, and field inspections. The role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in surveying or construction.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• High school degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Complete field surveying for road, bridge, and drainage designs.
• Stake grades, verify layouts, and measure elevations.
• Draft designs in AutoCAD and document work.
• Estimate costs, receive shipments, and verify materials.
• Inspect roadways and bridges and update infrastructure databases.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in civil engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cass County North Dakota is seeking a part-time seasonal Surveyor - Engineering Technician to support critical civil engineering projects. You will primarily work outdoors, collecting topography data and staking grades for roads, bridges, and drainage systems.

You’ll draft designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D, document your work, and help with cost estimates, material testing, and field inspections. The role emphasizes attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.