Senior Surveying CAD Technician
CobbFendley

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveyingsolutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to Join Our Block and advance your career?At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer a(n):

• Effective 2024, CobbFendley is proud to announce that FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoption cases. CobbFendley pays for the entire cost of this benefit.
• Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Community service opportunities through the CobbFendley Cares Committee, focusing on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Senior CAD Technician in Denver, Colorado Office.

Essential Functions:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience. Bachelor’s or associate Degree preferred but not required.
• Thorough understanding of the discipline of Land Surveying with respect to the preparation of ALTA/ACSM Land Title Survey’s, Improvement Survey Plats, Land Survey Plats, Public Land Surveying System (PLSS) and Topographic Surveys.
• Provide CAD and drafting support for Registered Professional Land Surveying staff members.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D interface tools such as AutoDesk Infrastructure Design Suite, Microstation (ORD, InRoads, or Geopak) Trimble Business Center, Blue Beam, Pix4D Drone Software and other similar programs preferred.
• This position may require cross training into other offer disciplines and market sectors such as CAD designing and CAD drafting for Sub-Surface Utility Engineering (SUE), or Telecommunications design. These skill sets are not required for this position, but a willingness to learn and expand skills sets as workload dictates is strongly preferred.
• Ability to process and generate a digital terrain model for Topographic Survey’s.
• Creation of Easement Exhibits & Legal Descriptions.
• Ability to plot deeds and plats from recorded survey documents (Field Notes, Deeds, and Plats).
• Familiarity with land surveying records research.
• Ability to prepare a field work package for field crews.
• Ability to work remotely as needed.
• Familiarity with construction calculations preferred.
• Meet project completion dates and budgets set by Project Manager and Client.
• Work with rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other land surveying data received from Client or Project Manager for use in the development of final Surveys.
• Must be able to understand and work directly with survey notes and drawings.
• Must be able to plot plan & profile drawings to include cross-sections, spot elevations, buildings, walls, fences, roadways, rights-of-way, underground utilities, tunnels, overhead power lines, and other structures noted in the survey notes or on the utility record drawings.
• May include collecting field or other survey record data required for completion of construction drawings when necessary.
• Good communication skills and ability to work directly with clients as needed.
• Prioritize and effectively plan work.
• File records and key documents for easy access by others.
• Perform independent research and adapt to changing priorities.
• Work in a collaborative team environment and deliver accurate work product.
• Adhere to CobbFendley’s safety standards to uphold a safe and efficient environment.
• Maintain a professional attitude and fulfill responsibilities with integrity.

Interview Requirements:

Candidates may be required to provided examples of their past work products in the way of recorded surveys, easements documents, and subdivision plats that are of public record (only documents with Clerk and Recorder recordation information will be accepted).

Examples of work products may include but not be limited to ALTA/NSPS Land Title Surveys, Easement Illustrations and Legal Descriptions, Subdivision Plats, Land Survey Plats, Improvement Survey Plats, and Site Development Plans.

PHYSICAL + COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Seated and Standing Position.Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility.Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement.Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion.Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement.Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling.Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements.Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work Environment.Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.
• Office Conditions.Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures), noise, and exposure to allergens (e.g., pollen, dust, cedar, sumac, poison ivy).
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with handling electric power tools, cutting tools, plotting equipment, rotary paper cutter, and other equipment.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.
• Noise and Allergens. Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar.
• Wildlife Hazards. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.

Pay: $35-50 (depending on experience) per hour:

Starting pay will be determined at the time of offer based on the experience, education,andtraining of the successful candidate.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM CST/local time zone.

This position may include the need for overtime hours.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At CobbFendley, we are an equal opportunity employer, interested in qualified candidates with the requisite employment authorization eligibly to work in the United States. All candidates are considered regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings.All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing any applicable pre-employment screenings including but not limited to: electronic consent for the pre-employment screenings, eleven-panel drug screening, ten-year federal, state, and county background verifications, three-year minimum motor vehicle record (MVR), unless a client requires additional (copy of a valid driver’s license is required), functional capacity exam (FCE), also known as a physical exam (if applicable).
• Work Authorization + Sponsorship. Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9. CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision to apply with these conditions in mind.
• External Recruiting Agencies. CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

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