Survey Technician

Thomas & Hutton; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Survey Technician to enhance their Survey Department. This role involves preparing and inputting various survey documents using AutoCAD and Civil 3D, ensuring high-quality deliverables for both public and private clients. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in surveying practices, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The company offers a supportive workplace with a focus on professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an attractive opportunity for those looking to grow in the surveying field.

Benefits

Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs

Generous base compensation and bonus plan

Retirement Plans

Generous paid time off and holidays

On-site professional development hours

In-house Software Training Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Survey mapping for Boundaries and Topographic Surveys.
• Proficient in AutoCAD with knowledge of Civil 3D and Carlson Software.

Responsibilities

• Input deeds and plats into AutoCAD and prepare various types of plats.
• Produce final subdivision and Recombination plats for recording.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson Software

Surveying practices and procedures

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

B.S. in Surveying or Civil Engineering

CST Level I or II certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Carlson Software

Job description

Thomas & Hutton is a privately held professional services company founded in 1946. To provide quality service and project support to our public and private clients, our services include Civil, Environmental, Structural and Marine Engineering; Land Surveying; Land Planning; Landscape Architecture; Geographic Information Systems and Construction Administration.

Thomas & Hutton has an opening for a Survey Technician to join our Survey Department in Charlotte, NC. This is an in-office position.

Survey Technicians are responsible for inputting deeds and plats into AutoCAD, preparing Boundary, Topographical, ALTA/NSPS and Right of Way plats and producing final subdivision and Recombination plats to be recorded using Civil 3D and Carlson software.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. B.S. in Surveying or Civil Engineering or equivalent experience preferred. CST Level I or II (Office) certification preferred.

Experience: 2+ years of Survey mapping experience in Boundaries, ALTA/NSPS and Topographic Surveys.

Skills:

• Proficient in the use of AutoCAD, with Civil 3D and Carlson Software preferred.
• Knowledge of surveying practices and procedures (Field & Office).
• Ability to work 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday and 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM Fridays with occasional overtime.
• Ability to read and interpret plats, deeds, easements, and plans.
• Must be able to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.

Physical Requirements (office):

• Ability to interact both verbally and written.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

Physical Requirements should you need to cover for another survey staff member in the field (possibly on occasion; rarely, if at all):

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a wide range of temperatures.
• Ability to climb hills and walk long distances.
• Ability to traverse different types of terrain.
• Ability to work in an environment that may contain venomous snakes and insects such as ticks, red bugs, wasps, bees, hornets, yellow jackets, etc.

Please note, sponsorship is not available for this position. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug-Free Workplace & E-Verify Participant.

Some of our many benefits include:

• Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs
• Generous base compensation and bonus plan
• Retirement Plans
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Thomas & Hutton University - On-site provider of professional development hours and continuing education credits
• In-house Up and Ready Software Training Program

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.