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Open nowPosted 218 days ago

Survey Technician

McAdams85 open roles

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Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
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13.5% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. McAdams postings stay open a median of 55 days.

Share of postings closed within
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  2. 4.6%3 days
  3. 13.5%7 days
  4. 21.8%14 days
  5. 36.6%30 days
  6. 58.9%60 days
This job: posted 218 days ago

McAdams median: 55 days open

The posting

McAdams is a full-service land planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering, transportation, and geomatics firm located in North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, and Florida. We seek to partner with our clients to create meaningful experiences through inspired design. Our employees are what make McAdams different. We bring experiences to the forefront of everything we do, and to do that takes special people.

Position Overview The Survey Technician partners with the Professional Land Surveyor on a diverse range of responsibilities to ensure the successful execution of land survey projects. The role requires the preparation of comprehensive survey documents, including detailed maps, plats, and precise boundary descriptions, utilizing industry-standard software such as AutoCAD, Carlson Survey, and Civil 3D, alongside Microsoft Office Suite. The technician will maintain meticulous records of survey data and field notes, ensuring project documentation is organized and accessible. Additionally, the role involves assisting with the preparation of daily field packages and managing field work schedules to optimize team efficiency. The Survey Technician II works closely with the manager when completing assigned tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepares a variety of survey documents per applicable state and local municipality standards (i.e. ALTA/NSPS Land Title Survey, Existing Conditions, topographic, plats, etc.) and obtain basic information from these maps upon request
  • Independently writes legal descriptions for survey documents
  • Performs land records research and has knowledge of different governmental offices and the records they maintain
  • Compiles deeds and plats into a deed sketch
  • Assist with staking computations, and possess a general knowledge of construction staking principles and stake markings
  • Assist in preparation of field crew packages and point maps
  • Responsible for escalating potential hazards and unsafe working conditions
  • Maintains good client relations to foster and perpetuate a long-term relationship
  • Represents McAdams in the field with professional image through proper conduct and presentable appearance
  • Follow guidelines and company standards set forth by the Geomatics department
  • Aids in maintaining a safe and respectful work environment by following company policies and procedures

Skills + Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • BS or associate’s degree with emphasis on Surveying, Geomatics or Computer Aided Drafting and/or have achieved certification as an NSPS CST Level II preferred
  • 2-5 years of work experience in surveying
  • General knowledge of geometry, coordinate geometry, trigonometry and basic Land Surveying fundamentals and computations
  • Possess a strong technical knowledge of AutoCAD, Carlson survey and Civil 3D software, along with Microsoft Office
  • Able to generate a surface model from survey data sets and understand the principals of interpolating elevations
  • Ability to read and interpret DOT Right-of-Way plans, site plans, grading plans, utility plans and profiles, horizontal and vertical curves, foundation plans, and architectural plans
  • Able to take direction and execute with accuracy and thoroughness
  • Communicate and work well with others
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Successfully pass a motor vehicle records check, drug test, and functional assessment
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with managers and peers

Work Environment + Physical Demands

  • The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the company), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  • Work will primarily be outside with varying environmental conditions.
  • Work will involve long-term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards encountered while maneuvering through project sites.
  • Work will also include working with fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
  • Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
  • Must be able to stand up or walk between 8-12 hours a day.
  • Weekend and overtime and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
  • Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

McAdams is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with our online application system process, please contact the Human Resources Team at 919.361.5000 or [email protected].

Please read these notices for important information regarding applying for work with McAdams.

  • Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
  • E-Verify (English/Spanish)
  • Right to Work (English/Spanish)
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