Survey Technician

Kleinfelder; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in civil engineering seeks a Survey Technician to join their Austin team. The role requires a strong background in land surveying, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS, and excellent communication skills. The technician will gather data, create survey descriptions, and draft various maps. Join a diverse team committed to professional development and community impact.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in land surveying.
• Proficiency in survey computations and platting.

Responsibilities

• Gather data for conducting new surveys.
• Create metes and bounds descriptions.
• Draft subdivision plats and boundary surveys.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Organizational Abilities

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

ArcGIS

GPS

Terrestrial LIDAR

Robotic Total Station

Laser Scanner

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Doucet, a Kleinfelder Company offers civil engineering, geospatial, and design services for a full range of projects large and small, private and public. Our core capabilities include Land Development, Public Works and Water Resources, Transportation, Geospatial, Environmental, and Construction Management Services. With over 30 years in the industry, we believe in creating a positive difference in the communities we serve.

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement of a High School diploma with relevant work experience.
• 5 or more years of experience in land surveying field operations; CST Level 2 or higher preferred.
• Proficiency in survey computations and platting using AutoCAD Civil 3D and ArcGIS, coupled with practical experience in the field using GPS, Terrestrial LIDAR, and conventional survey equipment.
• Highly desirable skills include the ability to operate a variety of survey field equipment, such as LEICA, Robotic Total Station, Laser Scanner, data controllers, etc.
• Capability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team to fulfill company and client expectations.
• Strong communication skills, along with effective time management and organizational abilities.
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather necessary data for conducting new surveys by utilizing source maps, prior survey records, photographs, and relevant information.
• Create metes and bounds descriptions for boundary survey projects, as well as exhibits and diverse mapping products.
• Develop staking maps for subdivisions, infrastructure enhancements, and site plans.
• Draft subdivision plats, boundary surveys, and easement plats.
• Demonstrate proficiency in conducting thorough courthouse research and exploring various digital data sources.
• Generate topographic and contour maps for surveyed land, incorporating site features and pertinent information such as digital terrains, charts, drawings, and survey notes.
• Conduct independent reviews of final deliverables and oversee peer reviews to ensure a high standard of quality assurance and quality control.
  
  

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.



Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.



Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)



NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Science, and Engineering

• Industries

  Civil Engineering, Environmental Services, and Utilities

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