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CAD Survey Technician II

Stafford, VA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

Prior Land Survey drafting experience is required and training will be provided as necessary. Responsibilities * Conduct survey computations for boundary, topographic, and construction stakeout work

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How much do trainee land survey drafting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee land survey drafting in the United States is $31.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $35.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Land Survey Drafting vs Survey Technician?

AspectTrainee Land Survey DraftingSurvey Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some technical trainingHigh school diploma; technical certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, working with CAD softwareFieldwork, operating surveying equipment
Job FocusPreparing survey maps and drafting plansCollecting field data and assisting surveyors

In summary, Trainee Land Survey Drafting roles focus on creating survey drawings in an office setting, while Survey Technicians are more involved in field data collection. Both roles require technical skills, but differ in work environment and daily tasks.

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Land Survey Crew Chief - Sidney

Uintah Engineering & Land Surveying

Champaign, IL

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

UINTAH is looking for a Crew Chief or Land Surveyor to RELOCATE to Sidney, Montana

(This is a direct-hire or W2 position, we will NOT consider contract candidates for this role)


If you are an experienced surveyor, Survey Crew Chief or Party Chief, and are passionate about staking and surveying land, we want to hear from you!


WE ARE UNABLE TO PURSUE CANDIDATES THAT WOULD REQUIRE U.S. VISA SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.


STARTING PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE


Uintah Engineering & Land Surveying (UELS) is a major provider of land surveying, drafting and civil engineering services mainly for the Oil & Gas industries. UELS specializes in the layout and design of well-locations, roads, pipelines, evaporation ponds, compressor sites and all related facilities. UELS prepares field maps, documents used in the APD, access permits, stream crossing applications, floodplain studies, structural designs, and design plans and specifications. Our Surveyors use mostly Trimble GPS Surveying products. Work Remotely - Work in the field most of the time, frequently reports to a main office.

Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor:

  • Stake well locations
  • Survey section corners
  • Establish section corners
  • Stake access roads (which may include slope staking access roads and well location pads).
  • Stake pipelines and right-of-ways
  • Perform topographic surveys and x-sectioning.


Pre-employment and random drug testing is required and all applicants must have a valid driver's license with an MVR that meets the company's requirements.
Excellent opportunity to work for a company that has been providing services since 1964!


Junior Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor Qualifications:

  • Surveyor needs a minimum of 6-12 months of experience as a Survey Assistant or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Crew Chief / Party Chief / Surveyor Qualifications:

  • Surveyor needs a minimum of 2 years' experience with Trimble GPS Surveying Products, boundary staking, stake corners, stake well locations, etc.
  • Surveyor needs experience in in Cadastral Surveying, Oil & Gas and Construction Staking

Benefits:

  • 401(k) match
  • Health Insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid)
  • Dental insurance (Currently 100% Employer-paid)
  • Health savings account
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program


Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift (M-F)


Must be able to reliably commute to or willing to relocate to Sidney, Montana, with an employer-provided relocation package


UELS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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    Company Description

    We provide surveying services for the energy industry, utilities, and civil projects.