Senior Drafting Technician

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, National Commercial Services provides single-point service for simple to multi-property/multi-state national commercial real estate transactions. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Working with our licensed surveyors to prepare staking calculations, boundary and topographic surveys, ALTA surveys and legal descriptions. Projects vary in size from small commercial sites to large acreage and heavily improved properties. Understanding of surveying principals is not essential but is a plus. This role requires regular interaction with the entire surveying team including research, field personnel and project managers. Excellent verbal and written communications skills are required.

Essential Functions

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3d or Carlson Survey
• Field crew support with the preparation of stakeout calculations
• CADD production of commercial surveys
• Align daily work with differing project scopes and critical deadline

Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used

• AutoCAD Civil 3d or Carlson Survey
• Highly proficient in mathematics and measurements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• MS Software skills
• Analytical review skills
• Strong project planning skills

Minimum Requirements

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3d and or Carlson – survey drafting experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Land survey field or office experience is a plus
• Ability to read and organize field notes
• Ability and willingness to learn and accept new responsibilities as experience is gained

Typical Education

• Generally, requires AA Degree in a CAD or other engineering program

Typical Range of Experience

• Preferably 1 year.  Willing to train the right candidate

Pay Range: $21.44 - $28.59 hourly
This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

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What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.