Land Surveyor Technician (In Training) Location: Houston, TX Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 Position Overview Kuo & Associates (KUO) are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Land Surveyor (In Training) who will play a crucial role in supporting the land surveying and property research activities of the company. Your primary responsibilities will include interpreting deeds, plats, and other real property abstracting information to extract relevant data, retrieving necessary documents from a variety of sources, and preparing boundary sketches using AutoCAD software. In addition, you will collaborate closely with a Registered Professional Land Surveyor (RPLS) to conduct boundary research and analysis and assist in the preparation of boundary maps and metes and bounds descriptions for various sites and streets. This role requires a keen attention to detail, proficiency in AutoCAD, and a solid understanding of land surveying principles. By leveraging your skills and expertise, you will contribute to the accurate and efficient completion of surveying projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards. The Perks! Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement savings options, paid time off and holidays and opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Company Overview Since its inception in 1985& Associates (KUO) has grown from a small group to an esteemed local civil engineering and surveying firm dedicated to serving the rapidly growing Greater Houston region of Texas with exceptional and timely services. As a HFW Companies (ranked No. 242 om ENR Top 500 with 500+ employees) Partner firm since March 2024, KUO is proud to be a part of a national network of leading consulting firms in the architecture and engineering industry that have come together under The HFW Companies to revolutionize collaborative infrastructure design. This partnership allows us to access a wealth of diverse expertise, innovation, and resources to better serve our clients on a national scale. From designing water distribution and transmission systems to innovative stormwater management solutions, our engineers and surveyors are at the forefront of creating a more resilient and sustainable built environment. Our engineers focus primarily on improving public infrastructure with designing roads, water & wastewater line, park and school site developments, traffic control systems, etc. while our survey team leverages cutting-edge technology and expertise to pave the way for new developments. Join us on this exhilarating journey of creativity, innovation, and transformation as we continue to push the boundaries of engineering excellence and make a lasting impact on the world around us. Together, we are building the future, one bold idea at a time.
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- Understanding deeds, plats and other real property abstracting information
- Retrieve deeds/plats, etc form various sources such as County Clerk's office, City of Houston, TxDOT, independent abstractors, etc.
- Prepare boundary sketches out of deeds, plats, etc. in AutoCAD
- Assist RPLS on boundary research & analysis
- Assist RPLS on managing day to day survey field crews, preparing field work tasks and processing field data for the position of Surveyor in Training
- Prepare boundary map & metes and bounds description for site & streets under supervision of a Registered Surveyor
Skills and Qualifications:
- Associate or 4 years college degree
- Basic knowledge & experience in AutoCAD
- SIT Certification preferred, not mandatory
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