Drafting Technician / Land Surveyor

The Drafting Technician (Formerly Survey Technician) processes survey field data and creates survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS Surveys, Land Survey Plats, Subdivisions, Topographic/Engineering Surveys, and other deliverables. This position requires strong technical skills in CAD drafting, data management, and coordinate systems, as well as effective communication with internal teams, clients, and vendors.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Uphold company standards and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual.
• Coordinate daily with supervisor to plan workload and manage project priorities.
• Process field data and generate accurate survey drawings for ALTA/NSPS, boundary, topographic, and subdivision surveys.
• Draft improvements, utilities, boundaries, and title exceptions using CAD and related tools.
• Perform zoning, floodplain, and title research as needed for project support.
• Execute geodesy and datum adjustments, coordinate transformations, and surface modeling.
• Prepare legal descriptions and perform boundary placement and resolution tasks.
• Manage project files and data storage to ensure organization and version control.
• Address redlines promptly and maintain quality standards across deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Coordinators, Field Services, and Network Surveyors to ensure data accuracy and timely completion.
• Identify and resolve drafting or data issues to support efficient project delivery.
• Professional Growth: Eagerness to learn, adapt, and develop within a collaborative, quality-driven environment.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Associates degree or technical certification in Drafting, Land Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in survey drafting or related technical work.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in CAD drafting, data processing, and coordinate system management; experience with AutoCAD preferred.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with ALTA/NSPS standards, boundary analysis, topographic mapping, and survey workflows.
• Detail Orientation: Strong attention to accuracy, organization, and file management.
• Communication: Effective written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with supervisors and field teams.