Survey CAD Technician

Job Description

Job Description

About Alta E&I :

Alta Environmental & Infrastructure is one of Arizona’s fastest-growing engineering firms, with nearly 250 employees across the state. We’re 100% Arizona owned and managed, which means you’ll never feel like a number here. Our team delivers a full spectrum of services - civil engineering, surveying, geotechnical and materials testing, environmental, and EHS - giving you exposure to many paths and projects.

Alta is big enough to offer opportunity, and advanced technology - yet small enough that you’ll know your team, see your impact, and have leadership that knows you.

We’re proud to be a trusted partner to some of the nation’s largest corporations, developers, and public agencies - helping to build the future, while also protecting it through environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions.

General Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Staking CAD Technician to use CAD software like AutoCAD Civil 3D and Trimble Business Center to create and manage construction layout plans, ensuring accurate placement of buildings and infrastructure based on survey data and designed documents.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

• Creating Construction Staking Point Files : This involves converting survey data into digital points that can be used for on-site layout.
• Generating Construction Layout Drawings : Creating detailed plans that show the precise location of buildings, utilities, concrete structures and other infrastructure elements.
• Working with Survey Data (Autocad files supplied by the client} : Processing and interpreting survey data to accurately represent the site conditions and project requirements.
• Ensuring Accuracy and Quality : Checking for errors and inconsistencies in the drawings and ensuring they meet project standards.
• Collaborating with Engineers and Surveyors : Working closely with other professionals to ensure that the construction layout plans are accurate and meet the project's needs.
• Using CAD Software : Proficiency in CAD software like AutoCAD Civil 3D is essential for creating and managing construction layout plans.
• Understanding Construction Layout Principles : Having a strong understanding of construction layout principles and techniques is crucial for creating accurate and usable plans.
• Maintaining Project Documentation : Keeping accurate records of survey data, drawings, and other project-related information.
• Quality Control : Monitoring staking and ensuring trades are paying attention to staking provided.

Qualifications :

Why Alta?

See your impact.

How many people can drive by a highway, school, or major company and say, “I helped build that?”

At Alta, every employee can. The work we do is visible in the infrastructure communities rely on every day.

We’re passionate about developing people. Many of our leaders began their journey in entry level positions, and worked their way up into management. We invest in you from day one with hands-on training, paid certifications, and mentorship to help you progress in your career.

Working at Alta means :

Benefits

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT. It is the policy of Alta E&I not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.