Surveyor In Training - SIT

Pape-Dawson Engineers • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

The Surveyor in Training works directly with a Registered Land Surveyor to prepare survey projects, including boundary surveys, subdivision plats, construction calculations, topographic surveys, and route projects. The role provides technical support for assigned projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D, creates drawings from field data and project materials, and helps process survey information into final plats and descriptions. Fieldwork may be conducted upon request.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Certification as a Surveyor in Training in the state of employment.
• Ability to analyze survey data and provide direction to field crews as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Effective time-management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and project deadlines.
• Ability to handle basic issues and recognize when more complex issues need to be referred to higher-level staff.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Dependable and reliable, with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for assigned projects using AutoCAD Civil 3D under the direction of a Registered Land Surveyor.
• Complete detailed drawings from field survey data, sketches, plans, specifications, and written or verbal instructions using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Review work for completeness and accuracy before submitting it to the R.P.L.S. for review.
• Prepare drawings, copy existing drawings, and complete simple calculations with specific instructions.
• Conduct fieldwork upon request.
• Assist with deed research, abstract deeds, create base maps for field crews, process field crew data, and produce final drawings.
• Process acquired field data into a neat and accurate plat of survey and/or Metes and Bounds description.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed