Survey Technician - Surveying

LJA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Support

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Community Impact

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA is seeking a Survey Technician in Houston, Texas, responsible for preparing boundary surveying descriptions, topographical maps, and engaging in data collection for construction projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of survey experience and holds a Surveyor-in-Training or Level II Certified Survey Technician certification. This is an opportunity to join an employee-owned company that values professional development, offers comprehensive benefits, and champions a fun and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of survey experience required.
• CADD experience is essential; TxDOT experience is a plus.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Gather data for topographical maps.
• Prepare topographic and contour maps.
• Compile information for construction staking.

Skills

Survey experience

Project scheduling

CADD experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Surveyor-in-Training certification or Level II Certified Survey Technician certification

Job description

What Lja Has To Offer

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee‑owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

What Makes Lja Different

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned. Client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Survey Technician at LJA Surveying, you will be responsible for Preparing metes and bounds descriptions for boundary surveying projects, exhibits and various mapping products.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Gather data used for the creation of topographical maps
• Compile information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans
• Compare survey computations with applicable standards to determine adequacy of data
• Collect information needed to carry out new surveys, using source maps, previous survey data, photographs, computer records and other relevant information
• Prepare topographic and contour maps of land surveyed, including site features and other relevant information such as charts, drawings, and survey notes

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Surveyor‑in‑Training certification by Texas Board of Land Surveying, or
• Level II Certified Survey Technician certification

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of survey experience
• Project scheduling
• CADD experience is required and TxDOT experience is a plus
• Solid proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Strong communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external clients

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.