Survey CAD Technician

Volkert Inc.; Oktibbeha Gardens (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Volkert Inc. is looking for an experienced Survey CAD Technician to support surveying activities in Mississippi. This role involves operating survey equipment, conducting land surveys, and processing data using Autodesk Civil 3D and MicroStation.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant experience, with benefits such as employee stock ownership, medical coverage, and a 401(k) plan. Willingness to travel and work in outdoor conditions is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of surveying and/or CADD experience.
• Ability to work extended hours and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle report.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field surveying activities and operate survey equipment.
• Conduct land surveys for mapping and construction staking.
• Process and quality-check field data in CAD environments.

Skills

Surveying and/or CADD experience

Familiarity with DOT survey standards

Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D

Experience with MicroStation

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

MicroStation

Job description

We are currently searching for an experienced Survey CAD Technician to support our Gulf Region located in Mississippi.

What you'll be doing:

• Assist with field surveying activities, including operating and maintaining conventional and electronic survey equipment
• Conduct land surveys by measuring locations, boundaries, dimensions, points, lines, grades, angles, and distances for mapping, construction staking, and control establishment
• Coordinate with survey field crews and prepare field packets and work orders for project execution
• Process and quality-check field data, importing results into CAD environments
• Prepare survey deliverables using MicroStation and Autodesk Civil 3D, including topographic surveys, ROW mapping, digital terrain models, boundary surveys, parcel plats, and control surveys
• Perform records and title research, including abstracting and deed sketches
• Assist in preparing metes and bounds descriptions under the supervision of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS)

What you need to have:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of surveying and/or CADD experience
• Familiarity with DOT survey standards
• Experience with Autodesk Civil 3D and MicroStation
• Willingness to travel overnight and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Ability to work extended hours and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy loads
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
• Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer-Aided Drafting, Geography, Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field
• Experience with GIS
• Experience with aerial mapping and/or LiDAR
• Experience with terrestrial scanning
• Ability to obtain Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification and pursue professional licensure
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Key Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

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