What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Surveyor position at Poznecki-Camarillo?
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Poznecki-Camarillo (PCI) is a family-owned business headquartered in San Antonio, Texas with an additional office in Round Rock, Texas. PCI has been providing consulting services throughout Texas since 1981. We are a multi-talented firm providing consulting services related to all areas of civil engineering, environmental planning, public involvement, surveying, and GIS. You can learn more by visiting us at pozcam.com
JOB SUMMARY
This role is designed for individuals beginning their professional surveying career and interested in progressing toward Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) certification and ultimately becoming a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS). The position supports the surveying department in both field and office operations related to surveying and mapping projects. Working under the supervision of a licensed surveyor, this position assists with data collection, survey calculations, preparation of survey drawings, and research of land records.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist with field survey operations including boundary, topographic, construction, and control surveys.
- Operate surveying equipment such as total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, data collectors, and digital levels.
- Collect and process survey field data under the supervision of a licensed surveyor.
- Perform basic survey calculations and data adjustments to support project accuracy.
- Prepare survey drawings, plats, and exhibits using CAD or survey software.
- Assist with researching deeds, plats, easements, and public land records.
- Support preparation of legal descriptions and survey reports.
- Coordinate with field crews, engineers, and project managers to ensure project requirements are met.
- Maintain accurate field notes and documentation of survey activities.
- Follow company safety procedures and applicable industry standards.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in surveying, engineering, mathematics, forestry, or related technical field.
- College course work must meet requirements to sit for the Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) exam, including completion of 32 semester hours of approved coursework.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Basic knowledge of surveying and mapping principles and practices.
- Ability to learn and operate modern surveying equipment and technology.
- Familiarity with basic survey calculations and mapping concepts.
- Ability to work both outdoors in field environments and indoors in an office setting.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Must be flexible to changes in work assignments on short notice and/or on a daily basis as changes occur in project need.
- Effective communication and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Able to pass a background check
PREFERED REQUIREMENTS
- 2 years’ experience in surveying and mapping.
- Experience with CAD or survey software such as OpenRoads/MicroStation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar platforms.
- Familiarity with GPS/GNSS surveying techniques and data processing. Experience with UVA, LiDAR, and Geospatial workflow equipment
- Previous experience in TxDOT (or other DOT) consulting engineering projects
- Experience with collaboration software (ProjectWise, Bluebeam, etc.)
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary
- Paid Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability
- 401(k) matching
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
- Parental Leave
- 4 1/2 Day work week
- Hybrid work schedule
Working conditions are primarily in a mixed office and home-based setting with occasional requirements to operate a company vehicle and perform site visits.
If interested, please submit your resume (cover letter optional)
Poznecki-Camarillo is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age disability, workers’ compensation status, military service, creed, belief, or political affiliation.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 3 hours of college credit in Land Law?
- Do you have at least 6 hours of college credit in Mathematics?
- Do you have at least 14 hours of college credit in Civil Engineering, Photogrammetry, or Forestry?
- Do you have at least 9 hours of college credit in Land Surveying?
- Have you completed the required 32 hours of approved college course work to sit for the Surveyor-in-Training exam?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000