Surveying Technician

Description

• Manage survey drafting projects in AutoCAD Civil 3D from start to finish.
• Interpret field data and prepare topographic, ALTA, boundary, site development, and construction stakeout plans.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field crews to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.
• Occasionally collect or review field data using GNSS or robotic total stations.
• Mentor junior staff and enforce QA/QC processes.
• Stay current with geospatial technologies, CAD standards, and best practices.
• Create and manage COGO points, alignments, surfaces, and annotations.

Requirements

• Certifications such as CST Level II, SIT, or OSHA (Confined Space/Fall Protection) are preferred.
• Apply knowledge of Philadelphia-specific drafting, surveying, and utility standards, including PWD requirements.
• Experience working on Philadelphia-based infrastructure or utility projects preferred .
• Familiarity with Philadelphia surveying and one-call standards preferred.
• Strong ability to apply CAD standards and drafting best practices to produce precise and consistent plans.
• Detail-oriented, self-directed, and eager to learn new tools.
• 3–7 years of survey drafting experience, including at least 3 years with AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical teams.
• Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Geodesy, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with ArcGIS, Google Earth, or LiDAR/3D scanning tools preferred .

Benefits

• Flexible work options with hybrid scheduling available depending on project needs
• Comprehensive health coverage with subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Professional development support including reimbursement for exams, continuing education credits, and a registration bonus for obtaining licenses or certification.
• Generous paid time off including at least 15 PTO days and 8 paid holidays each year
• Wellness and lifestyle perks such as free parking, access to an on-site gym, and the Gryphon Café in our Oxford Mills office complex

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance