Survey Technician

Ags E C; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Ally General Solutions, LLC (AGS) in Houston, TX is seeking a qualified Survey Technician to support land surveying operations through drafting, data processing, and survey project preparation. This on-site, full-time role reports to a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) or Project Manager and involves preparing calculations, CAD drawings, plats, and supporting documentation.

You will work on boundary, ALTA/NSPS, easements, ROW, and topographic surveys, review deeds and plats, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of land surveying office experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D required.
• Knowledge of Trimble Business Center is a plus.
• Ability to review and interpret deeds, plats, title reports, construction plans, and utility plans.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare survey calculations and CAD drawings and supporting documents for a variety of projects (boundary, ALTA/NSPS, easements, ROW, topographic).
• Review deeds, plats, title reports, and construction plans for survey use.
• Prepare data, calculations, drawings, and subdivision plats for RPLS review.
• Coordinate with field crews, project managers, engineers, and other personnel.
• Ensure compliance with government agency ordinances and regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Project coordination

Strong communication

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Trimble Business Center

Job description

Ally General Solutions, LLC (AGS)

Houston, TX (On-site)

Full-Time

About AGS

Ally General Solutions, LLC (AGS) is a Houston-based multidisciplinary firm specializing in civil engineering, land surveying, construction management, and transportation data collection.

Since 2011, AGS has built a strong reputation across both public and private sectors by delivering innovative infrastructure solutions with precision and pride. We value technical excellence, accountability, teamwork, and the people behind the work.

We are seeking an experienced Survey Technician to support our land surveying operations through drafting, data processing, technical analysis, and survey project preparation.

Position Overview

The Survey Technician works under the supervision of a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) or Project Manager and supports a wide range of surveying projects.

This position is responsible for preparing survey calculations, CAD drawings, plats, supporting documentation, and survey data for review while helping manage multiple projects through completion.

Projects may include:

• Boundary surveys
• ALTA/NSPS surveys
• Easements
• Right-of-way surveys
• Topographic surveys
• Subdivision plats

Key Responsibilities

• Perform survey calculations and prepare CAD drawings and supporting documents for a variety of projects, including:
  • Boundary surveys
  • ALTA/NSPS surveys
  • Easements
  • Right-of-way surveys
  • Topographic surveys
• Review and interpret technical documents including:
  • Deeds
  • Plats
  • Title reports
  • Construction plans
  • Utility plans
• Prepare survey data, calculations, drawings, and supporting information for review by an RPLS.
• Prepare subdivision plats in accordance with applicable government agency ordinances and regulations.
• Assist with subdivision plat processing and preparation through final recordation.
• Maintain familiarity with public-sector surveying and mapping requirements, including those established by:
  • Harris County
  • Harris County Toll Road Authority (HCTRA)
  • Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD)
  • City of Houston
  • Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)
  • Other counties and municipalities
• Draft and process survey data using:
  • AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Trimble Business Center (TBC)
  • Related surveying and mapping software applications
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects while meeting schedule, deadline, and budget requirements.
• Coordinate with survey field crews, Project Managers, engineers, and other project personnel as needed.
• Work under the supervision and direction of an RPLS or Project Manager.
• Additional training on applicable software and company processes will be provided as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of land surveying office experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Proficiency with Trimble Business Center (TBC) is a plus
• Strong understanding of surveying principles, drafting standards, calculations, and technical documentation
• Ability to review and interpret deeds, plats, title reports, construction plans, and utility plans
• Familiarity with public-sector surveying and mapping requirements
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project teams

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays

Schedule & Work Location

• Monday through Friday
• Saturdays as needed
• On-site position
• Houston, TX 77040
• Remote work: No

AGS is looking for experienced surveying professionals who take pride in accuracy, quality, and delivering dependable results for public and private infrastructure projects.