Survey Technician - CADD Tech

Atlas; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,388 - 86,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage options

Paid time off including parental leave

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Survey Technician - CADD Tech to support survey and mapping work crucial to project success. This full-time position based in Tacoma, Washington requires a collaborative team member skilled in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, capable of delivering high-quality mapping deliverables and supporting project needs with technical precision.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a strong grasp of surveying principles. With a focus on community, Atlas provides competitive hourly compensation and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.
• Solid understanding of surveying principles and control networks.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet hiring requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create and update survey and mapping deliverables.
• Prepare project materials for field crews.
• Perform calculations to support mapping and construction-related survey projects.
• Review project design plans for consistency.

Skills

AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Surveying principles

Strong math skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Tools

MicroStation

Leica office software

Laser scanning/point clouds

Field survey equipment

Job description

Job Description

As a Survey Technician - CADD Tech, you will help deliver accurate survey and mapping work that supports field operations and keeps infrastructure projects moving safely and efficiently. In this role, you’ll partner with field crews, project managers, and project surveyors to prepare mapping deliverables, perform calculations, review plans, and support quality work from office to field. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Redmond, Washington.

Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Create and update survey and mapping deliverables, including record maps, ALTA maps, parcel maps, and topographic surveys.
• Prepare project materials for field crews, including record research, field crew prep, and data support.
• Perform survey design work and calculations in AutoCAD/Civil 3D to support mapping and construction-related survey projects.
• Partner closely with project managers and project surveyors to support boundary analysis, retracement work, and project execution.
• Review project design plans for consistency, prepare RFIs, and maintain organized logs of changes, questions, and responses.
• Support quality control by reducing field notes, downloading data collectors, checking survey data, and preparing technical calculations and reports for project needs.

You’ll thrive here if you have

At least 3 years of experience using AutoCAD/Civil 3D.

A solid understanding of surveying principles, control networks, and engineering plan reading.

Strong math, critical thinking, and written/verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with everyday business tools, including Word and Excel.

A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet hiring requirements, including background screening and drug testing.

Bonus points for experience with MicroStation (InRoads/OpenRoads), StarNet, Leica office software, laser scanning/point clouds, LiDAR, or field survey equipment such as total stations, GPS, and levels. LSIT or EIT certification is also a plus.

The ability to travel up to 25% as project needs require.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

Health & Wellness

We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support

We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.

Retirement

We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance

To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program

We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development

We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging

We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility

May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life

We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart

As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust

We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery

Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: $30.77 - $62.50 Hourly Rate

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

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

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!