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Hourly Survey Draftsman Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Survey Office Technician

Viera, FL · On-site

$23.86 - $26.25/hr

Survey Office Tech I: $18.05 to $19.86 hourly Survey Office Tech II: $19.52 to $21.47 hourly Survey ... Six (6) months experience in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting or Geographic Information System ...

AutoCAD Draftsman

Ontario, CA · On-site +1

$34.62 - $40/hr

This role focuses on translating field-collected geospatial survey data into accurate AutoCAD ... Hourly Rate Range: $34.62 - $40.00 per hour (W2) Compensation is determined based on experience ...

AutoCAD Draftsman

Ontario, CA · On-site

$34.62 - $40/hr

This role focuses on translating field-collected geospatial survey data into accurate AutoCAD ... Hourly Rate Range: $34.62 - $40.00 per hour (W2) Compensation is determined based on experience ...

Land Surveying CAD Technician

Encinitas, CA · On-site +1

$38 - $47.50/hr

Prepare and draft survey deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D including: * Boundary maps ... hourly* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not ...

Prepare and draft survey deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D including: * Boundary maps ... hourly* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not ...

Land Surveying CAD Technician

Encinitas, CA · On-site +1

$38 - $47.50/hr

Prepare and draft survey deliverables using AutoCAD Civil 3D including: * Boundary maps ... hourly* *Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not ...

Drafting and editing of surveys using AutoCAD Civil 3D. * Perform other like duties as assigned ... Working knowledge of AutoCad The hourly range for this role is $36 - $44. The employment offer may ...

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How much do hourly survey draftsman jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly survey draftsman in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Survey Draftsman vs Land Surveyor?

AspectHourly Survey DraftsmanLand Surveyor
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; drafting certifications often preferredLicensing or certification required; degree in surveying or related field
Work EnvironmentOffice-based drafting and design; some fieldwork for measurementsFieldwork for measurements; office work for data analysis and reporting
Industry UsageUsed mainly in construction, engineering, and architecture firms for draftingUsed across construction, land development, and government agencies for surveying

The main difference is that Hourly Survey Draftsmen focus on creating detailed drawings based on survey data, often working in offices, while Land Surveyors perform field measurements and legal boundary determinations. Both roles require knowledge of surveying principles, but Land Surveyors typically need licensing and have broader responsibilities in land assessment.

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Infographic showing various Hourly Survey Draftsman job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Locum Tenens, 4% Internship, 40% As Needed, 2% Full Time, 33% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $55,861 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Survey Office Technician

Brevard County

Viera, FL • On-site

$23.86 - $26.25/hr

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Re-posted 28 days ago


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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Department: Public Works Department Organizational Unit: Surveying & Mapping

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

Survey Office Tech I: $18.05 to $19.86 hourly

Survey Office Tech II: $19.52 to $21.47 hourly

Survey Office Tech III: $21.94 to $24.13 hourly

Survey Office Tech IV: $23.86 to $26.25 hourly

Selections for current vacancies will be based upon the candidate's highest level of education/experience/certification. Please see the requirements listed below.

Government Center/Viera/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Performs technical work as part of the survey team office staff, work includes preparing and updating digital survey maps and sketches, inputting Geographic Information System (GIS) data; researching deeds and plats, exhibits of boundary, topographic, construction, as-built, and geodetic surveys; creating survey maps, sketches, and exhibits using digital drafting software and performing survey calculations for traverse adjustments, vertical network adjustments, property line determinations sectional breakdowns, and construction layout; creating and populating GIS databases, integrating spatial data, preparing GIS asset maps and reports, and converting and extracting Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting data into GIS products. May be required to work in the field for verifying field notes and input, training purposes, and to assist the field staff as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS:

Survey Office Tech I : Six (6) months experience in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting or Geographic Information System (GIS) input; OR twenty-four (24) semester hours [thirty (30) quarter hours]of college-level coursework towards a technical degree in Surveying, Engineering, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Drafting, Mathematics, Geography, Geographic Information System (GIS), or a closely related field.

Survey Office Tech II: Two (2) years of experience in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting or Geographic Information System (GIS) input and mapping ; OR one (1) year [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year] of college-level coursework towards a technical degree in Surveying, Engineering, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drafting, Geographic Information System (GIS), Geomatics, or a closely related.

Survey Office Tech III: Three (3) years of experience in civil or survey drafting or Geographic Information System (GIS) data entry and map production; OR two (2) years [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year] of college-level course-work towards a technical degree in Surveying, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drafting, Geographic Information System (GIS), Geomatics, or a closely related field PLUS one (1) year of experience in CAD drafting or GIS input and mapping.

Survey Office Tech IV: Four (4) years of experience in civil or survey drafting or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data entry and map production; OR three (3) years [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year] of college-level coursework towards a technical degree in Surveying, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drafting, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geomatics, or a closely related field PLUS one (1) year experience in CAD drafting or GIS input and mapping. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must successfully complete, within six (6) months of employment, a FL Survey & Mapping Society Florida Law course and receive a passing score on the associated examination. Must successfully complete, within twenty-four (24) months of employment, a Brevard County-sponsored leadership course, including 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, The Multiplier Effect, What's Your Sign?, or another County-approved leadership course.

Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for all vacancies.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess, or obtain within nine (9) months of employment, a current Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Intermediate Maintenance of Traffic (MOT)/Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) certification, and maintain said certification during the term of employment. Must successfully complete, within nine (9) months of employment, all of the classes for the Brevard County Mandatory Training for the Development of New Employees. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

These positions are part of an established career ladder.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

  1. The employee must be able to:
    • LIFT:30 lbs.
    • CARRY:30 lbs.
    • PUSH:30 lbs.
    • PULL:30 lbs.
  2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
    • STAND:1 - 3 hours
    • WALK:1 - 3 hours
    • SIT:3 - 5 hours
    • DRIVE:None
  3. The employee must repetitively perform:
    • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
  4. The employee must be able to:
    • Balance; Bend; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
  5. The employee must have:
    • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
  6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
    • N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

  1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
    • In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with noisy conditions; With odors; Work alone; Work inside; Works Closely with Others
  2. Other working conditions:
    • N/A

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