What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Survey Technician position at David Evans and Associates, Inc.?
DEA's is searching for an Office Survey Technician that will be based in our Everett, WA office. The Survey Technician will perform data processing and analysis, and prepare plats and maps under supervision of a Survey Project Manager or Survey Task Lead. The projects will be general civil engineering with an emphasis on transportation, energy, and land development projects. The selected individual will be a good communicator and be able to complete work on schedule and within budget. This position might also spend time in the field.
Position Duties:
- Work closely with Survey Manager and Project Surveyor.
- Provide office survey support to the field crews.
- Responsible for topographic surveys, design mapping, ALTA surveys, platting, etc.
- Perform research, data processing and calculations
- Production of deliverables utilizing Autodesk or Bentley CADD products.
- Assist with boundary analysis and determination.
- Prepare exhibits and legal descriptions.
- Occasional field work on a survey crew.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Land Surveying/Civil Engineering (preferred) or 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience with GPS and conventional survey data processing.
- Experience performing calculations, mapping, and engineering plan reading.
- Ability to learn AutoCAD Civil 3D, Microsoft Word, and Excel. Microstation experience a plus.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
- Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
- Support for continuing education and training opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
- 401k and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community wellbeing
- Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals
- Anticipated hourly rate range is $25-35/hr depending on experience and office location
Survey Jobs with DEA:
Throughout history, land surveyors have played a significant role in the development of our world. Though fundamental principles have remained essentially the same over time, the technology employed continues to rapidly advance. DEA uses the latest tools while respecting historic doctrines such as following in the footsteps of the original surveyor. We foster a unique, collaborative work environment where specific expertise can be targeted for optimal client solutions.
Our day-to-day land surveying and geomatics activities are as varied in scope as in any career. DEA's team is staffed and fully equipped to provide land surveying services for construction staking and layout, geodetic and control surveys, topographic and quantity surveys, and boundary surveys. As value-added services, we offer in-house 3D high-definition laser scanning, both static and mobile, and hydrographic survey services.
DEA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in our workplace. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, and all other characteristics protected by law. If you need any accommodation in the application, interviewing or selection process, please let us know. You can e-mail your request to HRQuestions@deainc.com or call 503-223-6663 and ask for Corporate Recruiting.
DEA wants to ensure applicants who apply for jobs electronically are informed of their equal employment opportunity (EEO) protections as part of the application process through the EEO is the Law and Supplement to EEO is the Law posters. In addition, you can review the prescribed pay transparency nondiscrimination provision and learn about DEA’s participation in the E-Verify Program.
Salary : $25 - $35
