Technician I - Transportation at Pape-Dawson in Austin, TX | Kablio

Role

Description

project reporting

sketch analysis

file management

microstation

openroads

construction docs

Inform Project Manager(s) of progress on assigned projects and request work when needed
Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete drawings with minimal supervision
Maintain organized work area to allow access of project information by other team members
Work from detailed sketches or off redlines to prepare plans, profiles, and detail drawings in MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
Develop construction documents showing topographical contours, elevations, profiles and cross-sections as well as develop draft design engineering drawings

Requirements

openroads

microstation

autocad

associate degree

detail oriented

communication

Detail oriented with high level of accuracy
Working knowledge in OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation, or AutoCAD
Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project needs
Understand and use established company standards for drafting including layer names; line and character styles; drawings and file names for sheet layout
Associates Degree in Computer-Aided Design / associate's degree in technology with a civil specialization, is preferred yet not required
Effective communications and interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain professional relationships

Benefits

Flexible in work assignments and team assignments

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1965 by Gus Pape and Gene Dawson Sr. with just three staff, the firm steadily grew into a major Texas engineering force.
Headquartered in San Antonio, expanded across Texas—Austin, Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Corpus Christi—and beyond through strategic acquisitions.
A diverse portfolio spans water/wastewater pipelines, transportation systems, commercial and residential land development, and large public infrastructure.
Standout projects include the AT&T Center and SeaWorld developments in San Antonio, and Amazon’s SAT6 distribution center.
Specialisms encompass civil engineering, environmental consulting, surveying, water resources management, and transportation planning.
The company’s growth strategy features high‑profile merges and partnerships—such as Costello (2023), KSA (2024), RaganSmith (2024), and Dowdey‑Anderson (2021)—broadening its geographic and technical reach.

Culture + Values

Provide an environment that encourages employee development and satisfaction.
Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities.
Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape‑Dawson.
Competitive pay and benefits including free medical, generous PTO, education and gym reimbursements, flexible and remote work opportunities.
Employees are encouraged to learn more specific skills through trainings and workshops.

Environment + Sustainability

Use of green infrastructure: detention basins, rain gardens, bioswales, permeable pavements for stormwater management.
Adoption of dual piping and greywater recycling systems with on‑site treatment.

Inclusion & Diversity

The company has not publicly declared DEI strategic goals or gender-specific targets.
No gender-related workforce statistics are available from the company's website or LinkedIn.

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Careers at Pape-Dawson

Services Offered

Projects

Technician I - Transportation

Pape-Dawson

Technician I - Transportation

Pape-Dawson

Description

project reporting

sketch analysis

file management

microstation

openroads

construction docs

Requirements

openroads

microstation

autocad

associate degree

detail oriented

communication

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

project reporting

sketch analysis

file management

microstation

openroads

construction docs

Requirements

openroads

microstation

autocad

associate degree

detail oriented

communication

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

$178.7M Revenue

Regional Revenue in 2021

Achieved a significant regional revenue milestone, reflecting substantial growth and success in Texas markets.

150 Staff Added

2021 Staff Expansion

Significantly expanded workforce to support growing project portfolio and client demand.

500 acre‑feet

Groundwater Storage

Captured and stored groundwater from stormwater networks in Austin after two wet seasons.

15%

Stormwater Flow Reduction

Reduced peak stormwater flows using aquifer storage/injection wells in Houston.

4.3/5 Rating

Employee Reviews on Glassdoor

This score reflects employee satisfaction with the company's diversity and inclusion efforts, based on 27 reviews.

142‑mile Pipeline

Vista Ridge Pipeline Project

Completed construction of a major water pipeline project, showcasing expertise in large-scale infrastructure development.

401(k) Match

Generous Benefits

Employees receive a significant contribution to their retirement savings through an impressive 401(k) match program.

25%

Water Demand Reduction

Achieved significant potable water demand reduction through drought-mitigation systems in a pilot project.