Survey CAD Technician III
Content + Source + Freshness • 27 Feb 2026 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value due to essential technical skills needed, solid employer reputation, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Strong employer reputation in geospatial services
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Competitive benefits, including health and wellness
Pros
- Strong reputation of SAM, LLC as a geospatial services leader
- Professional development opportunities including training programs
- Good health and wellness benefits provided
Cons
- Requirement of specific technical competencies may limit applicant pool
- Limited salary information can be a drawback
- Role might involve demanding project timelines
Who it's for
Mid-level • In-office (Field/Office hybrid)
Good fit
- Survey technicians with relevant experience
- Individuals passionate about geospatial technologies
- Professionals looking for mentorship and growth
Not recommended for
- Entry-level candidates without necessary experience
- Applicants lacking software proficiency in AutoCAD
- Individuals preferring remote-only work arrangements
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Your Impact at SAM
As a Survey Technician, you will support office and field staff by processing incoming information and producing final land surveying project deliverables. You will report to the Project Manager and perform technical tasks utilizing the latest technology in the A/E/C industry. You will help increase project efficiency and client satisfaction by:
- Processing data utilizing SAM standards, including the evaluation of accuracy and sufficiency, all while ensuring compliance to applicable land survey project and industry principles under the direction of your supervisor
- Monitoring field crew’s production and quality assurance
- Preparing survey plats and drawings, legal descriptions and alignment drawings
- Performing quality control checks of plats, drawings and deliverables prepared by other technicians
- Coordinating with supervisor to ensure client-specific demands are being met
What You Bring to SAM
- 5+ years field and office experience in route survey projects, boundary analysis, DTM projects, and construction layout and data processing
- Strong computer and technical skills; AutoCAD Civil 3D required; MicroStation is a plus
- Proficiency in technical math; Geometry and Trigonometry are a plus
- Familiarity with GIS platforms is a plus however it is not necessary
- S.I.T. Certification is a plus however, it is not necessary
Our Perks
- Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
- Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
- Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
- Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
- Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
EEO
SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.
