Survey - AutoCAD Technician

Petticoat-Schmitt•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors, Inc. is seeking a Survey Technician to support their construction survey operations in both the field and the office. This role is survey-first, prioritizing hands-on construction survey experience with an understanding of layout, control, and field data collection. While AutoCAD skills are important, a strong survey background is the priority, and CAD proficiency can be further developed. This position is ideal for someone with a construction survey or crew chief background looking for a long-term role supporting heavy civil work.

Requirements

1-3+ years of construction survey experience (layout, utilities, grading, or civil site work)
Hands-on experience with GPS and total station equipment (Trimble, Topcon, or similar)
Strong understanding of construction layout, control, and as-built verification
Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans and specifications
Strong attention to detail, organization, and accountability
Ability to work both outdoors in the field and in an office environment
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Professional appearance and conduct
Commitment to Petticoat-Schmitt’s values of Accountability, Character, and Teamwork

Nice To Haves

Crew Chief experience or experience leading survey layout operations
AutoCAD Civil 3D experience (training provided as needed)
Experience producing as-built drawings or survey documentation
Familiarity with construction software such as HCSS HeavyJob

Responsibilities

Perform construction survey layout, verification, and as-built data collection for civil projects including utilities, grading, and roadway work.
Set up, operate, and troubleshoot GPS systems, robotic total stations, and data collectors.
Support survey crews with layout, staking, control, and field verification.
Verify site conditions, elevations, and alignments and identify discrepancies between plans and field conditions.
Communicate field findings clearly with project managers, engineers, and field leadership.
Process field survey data and assist with producing layout files and as-built documentation.
Work in AutoCAD Civil 3D to support surfaces, points, alignments, and linework.
Maintain organized survey and CAD files in accordance with company standards.
Support digital workflows connecting survey data to construction operations.
Interpret construction plans, specifications, and survey control information accurately.
Coordinate closely with field crews, project engineers, and management.
Assist in improving survey accuracy, workflows, and efficiency across projects.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay based on experience
Earned Paid Time Off (PTO)
6 Paid Holidays
Annual Profit Sharing
Monthly Safety Bonus
Comprehensive Health Coverage Options, including a 100% company-paid High Deductible Health Plan (employee-only coverage)
Dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and accident coverage
Up to $50,000 employer-paid life insurance
401(k) with 100% match on the first 4%
Training, development, and professional growth opportunities