VDC Survey Technician

Aldridge Electric; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Incentive Programs

Short and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Legal Assistance

Identity Protection

Company 401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Aldridge Electric is seeking a VDC Survey Technician to join our team. This role develops digital dig files for excavators and survey equipment using Virtual Design and Construction methodologies.

The candidate will create 2D/3D as-built docs, layout points from the 3D model, and develop excavator dig files while educating teams on VDC benefits and new time-saving tech methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of survey equipment and software experience.
• Minimum 2 years of Revit experience.
• Proficient with Autodesk software and BIM workflows.
• Experience with Virtual Design and Construction software.
• Familiar with electrical MEP drafting coordination processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and generate as-built 2D and 3D documentation.
• Create survey/layout points utilizing the 3D model.
• Develop excavator dig files utilizing the 3D model.
• Create topography models and drawings.
• Educate project teams and clients about VDC benefits.
• Provide insight into new time-saving methodologies related to technologies.
• Develop accurate modeling drawing sets with a signed, coordinated Digital Twin.
• Create construction drawings from scratch when necessary.

Skills

Survey equipment experience

Revit

Autodesk software

Virtual Design and Construction

MEP drafting coordination

Survey/machine control software

Trimble surveying tools

Willing to travel

Tools

AutoCAD

Trimble

Job description

What We Are Looking For

Aldridge is seeking a VDC Survey Technician to join our dynamic and energetic team. This role is responsible for working with construction project teams in the creation of digital dig files for excavators and survey equipment utilizing Virtual Design and Construction methodologies.

What You'll Do

• Maintaining and generating as built 2D and 3D documentation(s)
• Creating survey/Layout points utilizing the 3D model
• Developing excavator dig files utilizing the 3D model
• Creating Topography models and drawings
• Educating project teams and clients about the benefits of Virtual Design and Construction
• Providing insight into new time saving methodologies related to technologies
• Developing accurate and complete modeling drawing sets along with a signed and coordinated Digital Twin
• Creating construction drawings from scratch when necessary

Who You Are

• Minimum of 5 years' work experience with survey equipment and software
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in Revit
• Knowledge and experience with Autodesk software
• Knowledge and skilled in Virtual Design and Construction software
• Familiar with MEP drafting coordination process programs with a focus on electrical
• Familiar with survey equipment and machine control software
• Familiar with survey drafting and modeling software(s) and processes (Trimble specific a plus)
• Willing to travel

Who We Are

At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000 industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected - become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What We Offer

The annual base pay for this role is between $65,000 - $90,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness InsuranceCompany 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above, including temporary assignments, training assignments, and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit, hire, train, and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.