Land Survey Office Technician

About the Role

Survey Technicians produce detailed subdivision maps, ALTA and topographic surveys, and other deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D. They research boundary and easement documents, interpret field crew data, sketches, photographs, and reference maps, and prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for rights‑of‑way, easements, and acquisition parcels. Additional tasks are performed as needed to support project goals. • Collaboration with engineers and project managers on full projects • Produce subdivision, ALTA, and topographic surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D • Research and analyze boundary and easement documents • Interpret field crew data, sketches, photos, and reference maps • Prepare legal descriptions and exhibits for rights‑of‑way and easements • Manage multiple projects simultaneously

Key Responsibilities

• ▸autocad civil3d
• ▸subdivision survey
• ▸alta survey
• ▸topographic survey
• ▸boundary research
• ▸legal descriptions

What You Bring

Kimley-Horn is seeking an entry level, in-office Survey Technician to join its growing Bellevue, Washington office. This role will support the survey teams on a wide range of surveying and mapping tasks. At Kimley-Horn you will build a foundation for a long‑term, meaningful surveying career while learning directly from experienced survey leaders and shaping the firm’s expanding presence in the Pacific Northwest. Candidates must hold an accredited associate’s, bachelor’s or master’s degree (ABET or equivalent) by Summer 2026 in Surveying/Geomatics, Civil Engineering with a surveying focus, Engineering Technology, or a comparable qualification for Washington professional surveying licensure. Required skills include working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D, strong communication and technical abilities, the ability to work independently and in a team, and capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • Hands‑on technical training with in‑house expertise • Hold accredited degree (Associate/Bachelor/Master) in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or Engineering Technology by Summer 2026 • Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D • Strong communication and technical skills • Ability to work independently and in teams

Requirements

• ▸autocad
• ▸civil 3d
• ▸accredited degree
• ▸strong communication
• ▸teamwork
• ▸entry level

Benefits

The position offers mentorship from more than 20 years of local survey experience, uncapped career growth with a choose‑your‑path development model, hands‑on technical training, and the chance to make an immediate impact in a growing Bellevue office. Survey technicians collaborate with engineers and project managers and receive strong practice‑leader support for long‑term success. The salary range for this role is $89,000‑$93,000, with eligibility for performance‑based bonus compensation. Kimley‑Horn emphasizes people, clients, and employees, fostering a culture that prioritizes client goals and employee growth. The company’s strong retention, robust benefits package, and values have earned it a spot on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list for 18 consecutive years. Employees receive an exceptional retirement plan with a 2‑to‑1 company match up to 4% of compensation, low‑cost health, dental, and vision coverage, flexible time off, financial wellness programs, professional development resources, and family‑friendly benefits such as new‑parent leave and childcare support. • Mentorship from 20+ years of local survey experience • Uncapped career growth with a choose‑your‑path development model • Immediate impact opportunities in the expanding Bellevue office • Salary $89,000‑$93,000 with performance‑based bonus eligibility • 2‑to‑1 company match on up to 4% of compensation plus profit sharing • Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision insurance • Flexible personal leave, floating holidays, and half‑day Fridays • Student loan matching in 401(k) and performance bonuses • Tuition reimbursement and internal training programs • New‑parent leave, family‑building benefits, and childcare resources

Work Environment

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