Survey / CAD Technician

Company Description

Point of Beginning Surveying & Mapping, Inc. (POB) is a Florida-based professional surveying and mapping firm delivering responsive, principal-led service across the state. As a Small Business Enterprise prequalified with the Florida Department of Transportation, POB supports transportation and infrastructure projects in multiple work types. The firm collaborates with public agencies, engineering consultants, developers, utility providers, contractors, and legal professionals from initial due diligence through design, construction, and final documentation. Services range from boundary, ALTA/NSPS, topographic, and right-of-way surveys to 3D laser scanning, LiDAR, hydrographic surveys, and eminent domain support. With deep roots in South Florida, POB combines extensive local experience, modern geospatial technology, and close client collaboration to deliver accurate, practical survey data that keeps projects moving forward.

Role Description

POB is seeking a full-time Survey/CAD Technician to support our surveying and mapping operations. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely or in-office at our Lake Worth Beach, FL location, depending on the candidate's location and preference.

The role focuses on processing survey data, preparing CAD drawings, and assisting Professional Surveyors and Mappers (PSMs) with the development of accurate survey maps and deliverables.

The Survey/CAD Technician will be responsible for drafting and preparing boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, right-of-way, and as-built surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D. Daily responsibilities include reviewing and processing field survey data, performing survey calculations, preparing survey maps and sketches, interpreting plats, deeds, legal descriptions, and other survey records, and coordinating with Project Surveyors and field personnel to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.

The role also involves processing and extracting information from 3D laser scanning and LiDAR point clouds, developing digital terrain models, and preparing survey deliverables for transportation, infrastructure, and private development projects.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and capable of working independently while maintaining effective communication with project teams and meeting established deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required, including survey drafting, annotation, data management, and preparation of professional survey deliverables.
• Experience preparing Boundary Surveys, Topographic Surveys, ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Right-of-Way Maps, and As-Built Surveys.
• Ability to interpret field survey data, recorded plats, deeds, legal descriptions, and other land records.
• Understanding of land surveying principles, coordinate systems, horizontal and vertical datums, and survey calculations.
• Experience processing GNSS/GPS and total station survey data and incorporating field measurements into CAD drawings.
• Familiarity with Florida surveying standards, including Chapter 5J-17, Florida Administrative Code, is preferred.
• Experience with FDOT surveying and mapping procedures, MicroStation/OpenRoads Designer, or transportation-related projects is a plus.
• Experience with 3D laser scanning, LiDAR point clouds, digital terrain models, and related processing software is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to produce accurate, high-quality technical drawings.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with Professional Surveyors, Project Managers, and field crews.
• Previous experience working for a land surveying, civil engineering, or geospatial consulting firm is preferred.
• Formal education or technical training in surveying, geomatics, CAD drafting, or civil engineering technology is a plus.