Survey CAD Technician

Tri-Tech; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401K with Company Match

Paid Vacation (3 weeks)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tri-Tech is seeking a Survey Technician / CAD operator to support residential and commercial land surveys in Houston. The role requires strong AutoCAD skills and familiarity with topographic surveying.

You'll work under the guidance of the RPLS or Survey Project Manager and prepare CAD drawings for boundary, easements, plats and related documents. Experience with Civil 3D is a plus; strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of CAD drafting or design experience.
• Working knowledge of land surveying is preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Civil 3D is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare CAD drawings for boundary, topographic, plats, easements and related surveys.
• Read deeds, plats and title reports and interpret construction plans.
• Coordinate field staking instructions with field crew.
• Analyze sketches and notes to develop drawings with minimal supervision.
• Produce redlines and new details; communicate progress to project managers.
• Support multiple projects and ensure timely completion.

Skills

CAD drafting

AutoCAD

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in Drafting/Engineering Technology

Tools

Civil 3D

Job description

Tri-Tech is a Surveying, Engineering and Land Planning firm that delivers a wide range of professional services to a variety of clients, including homebuilders (production & custom), developers, industrial facilities, architects, general contractors and individuals.

We are seeking a qualified candidate for Survey Technician / CAD operator with experience in residential and commercial land surveys. Working knowledge of AUTOCAD a must. Experience with topographic surveying and site plans a plus.

• Works under the direction of RPLS or Survey Project Manger
• Performs calculations and prepares CAD Drawings and other documents for a variety of projects, including boundary, right-of-way, topographic and title surveys, plats, easements etc.
• Reads and understands various technical documents including deeds, plats and title reports, construction plans etc.
• Prepares instructions for field staking and coordinates with field crew as needed.
• Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete drawings with minimal supervision
• Completes redlines for modification of existing plans and notes or preparation of new details or design elements
• Inform Project Manager of progress on assigned projects and communicate design concerns with project managers
• Support multiple projects when needed and ensure timely completion of assignments

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Drafting, Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or a related field or equivalent experience (2-3 years of CAD drafting/design experience).
• Working knowledge of land surveying preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or relevant software (Civil 3D is a plus).
• Prior land surveying experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills; able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with other teams.
• Ability to work independently with guidance while contributing to a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Benefits, Incentives and Career Development

• Medical, Dental and Vision (Employer contributes 100% of base medical for employee coverage)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance & Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K Program + Employer Match
• Professional Organization Membership Fees
• Continuing Education
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation (prorated 1st year)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Houston office / in-person position - no remote or hybrid option.