Survey CAD Technician — Civil 3D & Open Roads

Gdbgeospatial; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Perks & Discounts

Awards & Culture

Job summary

SAM is seeking a Survey Technician to support office and field teams by processing survey data and preparing final deliverables. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will use industry‑leading technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction.

Key responsibilities include evaluating data for accuracy and compliance, monitoring field productivity, and coordinating with supervisors to ensure client requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Experience in surveying industry required.
• Proficiency with CAD software is required.
• Strong math skills including geometry and trigonometry are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and evaluate survey data according to SAM standards, project requirements, and industry best practices under the direction of a supervisor
• Review data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable surveying standards
• Monitor field crew productivity and the quality of collected data
• Perform initial quality-control reviews of field deliverables
• Coordinate with supervisors and project teams to ensure client-specific requirements are met
• Assist with preparing accurate and timely land surveying deliverables

Skills

Strong computer and technical skills

CAD proficiency

Math skills

Geometry & Trigonometry

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Open Roads Designer

MicroStation

Job description

SAM is seeking a Survey Technician to support office and field teams by processing survey data and preparing final deliverables. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will use industry‑leading technology to improve efficiency, accuracy, and client satisfaction.

Key responsibilities include evaluating data for accuracy and compliance, monitoring field productivity, and coordinating with supervisors to ensure client requirements are met.