Survey/CADD Technician

JMT; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson in the Charleston area seeks a Survey Data Technician to manage the data processing phase of field surveys. You will produce topographic plots, terrain models, plats and notes, and generate design files for project completion.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3–5 years of software-based data reduction experience, and a valid driver’s license. Office duties predominate with occasional field activity and standard benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of experience with data reduction and drafting software.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Carlson or MicroStation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Topographic plotting, terrain modeling, plat preparation and note reduction.
• Office survey activities in line with standards; QA/QC tasks.
• Property owner and utility records research; track job progress.
• Coordinate information for stakeout services and ensure geometric accuracy.
• Prepare finished grade sheets, topographic maps and survey reports.

Skills

Coordinate geometry

Trigonometry

Motor Vehicle screening

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Carlson

MicroStation

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position Summary

Responsible for the overall completion of the data processing phase of specific field survey projects.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs topographic plotting, terrain modeling, plat preparation, note reduction and design file generation
• Perform office survey activities in accordance with Minimum Standards of Practice for Surveying
• Perform property owner and utility records research
• Performs office computations necessary for the completion of task assignments including QA/QC.
• Tracks job progress
• Coordinates information for stakeout services
• Analyzes raw data for mathematical closure and geometric accuracy
• Prepares finished grade sheets, topographic maps, records of survey, corner records and other survey reports

Nonessential Functions And Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Valid Driver’s License Required
• Able to pass Background Check

Required Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Skills in coordinate geometry and trigonometry
• 3-5 years of experience with third party software for data reduction and drafting including AutoCAD or Carlson preferred and MicroStation.

Preferred Experience

• Related experience

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required 5% of the time, where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Benefits

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.