Survey Technician II

Mark Thomas; United States; Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Mark Thomas in the United States is hiring a Survey Technician II to join our growing survey team. The role will independently prepare deliverables on time and within budget, and support licensed surveyors on elevated tasks.

You will use survey CADD software to prepare plats, maps, descriptions, ALTA surveys, and other deliverables, while drafting legal descriptions and assisting with ROW/property boundary research. Hybrid and primarily remote work environments are supported.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; BS or AA with a survey or drafting emphasis preferred; equivalent experience considered in lieu of formal education.
• 2-6+ years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Proficient in survey drafting software: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, TopoDOT, TBC, InRoads.
• Drafting/CADD certificates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses survey CADD software to prepare plats, maps, descriptions, ALTA surveys and other deliverables, Topographic Mapping, DTMs, and calculations for field crews.
• Drafts legal descriptions and other survey documents.
• Assists licensed surveyors with resolving ROW/property boundaries by researching property information.
• Interprets maps and deeds necessary for creating accurate property descriptions.
• Peer reviews other technicians’ CADD mapping work.
• Generates records requests for utility information and maps existing utilities.
• Provides support related to storage, transportation, assembly, operation and maintenance of survey equipment and vehicles as needed.
• Completes training and attends meetings as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Professional relationships

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

BS/AA with survey or drafting emphasis preferred

Drafting/CADD certificates preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

TopoDOT

Trimble Business Center (TBC)

InRoads

Job description

Mark Thomas is hiring a Survey Technician II to add to our growing survey team! The Survey Technician II is a member of the project team able to independently and successfully prepare assigned deliverables on time and within budget. The Survey Technician II is responsible for performing additional and/or elevated project tasks and has the ability and proficiency to provide assistance to experienced technicians and licensed surveyors. Mark Thomas is a great place to grow your career - join us!

$30.00 - $43.00

Full-time

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses survey CADD software to assist in preparation of mapping plats, maps, descriptions, ALTA surveys and other deliverables, Topographic Mapping, Digital Terrain Models (DTM's), Point Databases, and calculations for field crews
• Drafts legal descriptions and other survey documents
• Assists licensed surveyors with resolving Right of Way/property boundaries by researching property information
• Interprets maps and deeds necessary for creating accurate property descriptions
• Peer reviews other technicians’ CADD mapping work
• Generates records requests for utility information and maps existing utilities
• Provides support related to storage, transportation, assembly, operation and maintenance of survey equipment and vehicles as needed
• Completes training and attends meetings as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent; BS or AA with a survey or drafting emphasis preferred; equivalent experience considered in lieu of formal education
• 2-6+ years of relevant experience
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications
• Proficient in survey drafting software (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, TopoDOT, and Trimble Business Center (TBC), InRoads)
• Basic knowledge of survey calculations, principles, terms and deliverables
• Drafting/CADD certificates preferred
• Demonstrates effective written and verbal skills
• Ability to multi- task and prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

• Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
• 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
• Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays + additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
• Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
• Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
• FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
• Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
• Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
• Budgeted time for training and career development
• Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to client relationship responsibilities and interactions required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.