What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Technician position at Sinacola?
At Sinacola, we are not just another company. We are a 100% employee-owned organization, fostering a strong team atmosphere where everyone shares in the success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan. If you are seeking a career that combines personal growth, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team.
The CAD Technician will perform a variety of duties related to the review and analysis of field and construction plan data, 3D surface modeling, plan quantity verifications as well as other survey functions.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Working alongside other CAD team members, or independently, to generate accurate survey data for field crews and machine control systems.
- Tracking project RFI’s, Change Orders, and Addendums while maintaining up to date field files.
- Documenting all CAD and plan errors for RFI’s.
- Utilizing current CAD platforms, plans, and common sense to create 3D surface models, calculate bridge structures, drainage runs, utilities etc.
- Creating cut/fill reports and plotting exhibits for survey managers.
- Tracking time spent on projects for budgeting purposes.
- Creating roadway corridors.
- Preparing drawing with high precisions and as per scale.
- Creating and maintain project alignments, profiles, tie-ins etc.
- Utilizing COGO and other survey methodology (bearings – distances) to generate usable survey points, maps, 3D surface models and 3D line work.
At Sinacola, we believe in safety, integrity, and passion for our work. We take pride in delivering exceptional results and constantly pushing ourselves to grow and embrace new challenges. Our team thrives in a diverse, cross-functional environment, and we value collaboration, innovation, and a strong work ethic.
Qualifications:
- Associates or technical school degree preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a survey technician role with the ability to create and maintain 3D roadway models and calculate all aspects of a civil construction site including bridges, walls, drainage etc. required.
- Survey experience in a crew chief type role is a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans for generating field layout data.
- Working knowledge of 3D surfaces, the ability run quantity reports and surface grade checks.
- Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines and requirements of a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision is mandatory.
- Accurately preform survey computations and mapping for roadway, drainage, utilities, bridges, walls and more.
- Candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills, be a problem solver, methodical, consistent, detail oriented, and precise.
- Ability to fully understand and follow highly complex oral and written instructions.
- Familiar with files such as LandXML, .csv, .dwg, .dgn, .ttm, .dtm, .tin, .vce, .vcl, etc.
- Knowledge of Bentley Microstation Inroads/Geopak Software.
- Knowledge of Trimble Business Center software and Site Positioning equipment both GPS and robotic total stations.
- Basic skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
- Bilingual is a plus.
- Heavy Civil experience, required.
- 3 years’ experience required in one or more of the following:
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Carlson Civil – Survey
- Bentley Micro Station
- Terra-Model
- Trimble Business Center HCE
Benefits:
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee-owned company, you can directly benefit from the company's success.
• Competitive Pay: We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: We provide medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to ensure your well-being.
• 401(k) Matching: We offer a matching program to help you build a secure financial future.
Join our team at Sinacola and become part of a company that is leaving its mark on the world. If you are ready to bring your best self, grow your skills, and make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you.
