Land Surveyor/ CAD Drafter
Location: Lake Oswego, OR
Pay: $95,000 – $120,000
Schedule: Full-time

Who We Are:
A small but dynamic firm that has served the region for over 70 years. We are a busy team that prides itself on longevity and excellence in the industry. 

Key Responsibilities:

•   Plan, coordinate, and conduct boundary, topographic, ALTA/NSPS, construction, and as-built surveys.
• Prepare and certify plats, legal descriptions, and survey maps in accordance with ORS, OAR, & Oregon Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors (OSBEELS) regulations.
• Supervise field crews and support staff; ensure the accuracy of data collected. (Occasional)
• Use GPS, robotic total stations, and other modern survey equipment and software (AutoCAD Civil 3D).
• Review and analyze survey data, maps, drawings, and legal documents to ensure project accuracy.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, planners, and clients on land development and infrastructure projects.
• Perform quality control checks and ensure deliverables meet technical standards and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Oregon land use regulations, codes, and best practices.

What’s In It for You:

• Comprehensive benefits: Healthcare, 401k, and bonuses.
• Profit-sharing opportunities for the right candidate.
• Paid vacation (negotiable amount).
• Long-term growth: Potential opportunity for future company ownership. 

What You Need to Have:

•  Demonstrated experience in surveying ( 2+ years of professional experience) with the ambition to work towards professional licensure.
• Strong communication and drafting skills.
• Leadership ability to manage field staff. 

The Musts:

• Ability to prepare and provide all necessary data for professional stamping.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D and Trimble softwares.
• Professionalism in client-facing interactions.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license

Preferred:

• Fully qualified Land Surveyor (LS/PLS).
• Note: We are willing to consider and support a part-qualified candidate in obtaining full licensure. 
• Experience with drone technology. 

Please submit your resume or call Jacky at 971-246-8428 or Amber at 503-594-2000 to schedule a time to chat!

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Position Overview/Duties
In this position you will be responsible for the day-to-day work of accomplishing conditional and pre-post dredge surveys in support of channel maintenance of navigable waterways.

Key Duties:

• Surveys are performed in support of dredge contracts, Government dredges, and published maps.
• You will serve as a field specialist on hardware and software systems used in hydrographic surveys.
• You will plan and carry out the work involved in acquisition of hydrographic survey data for channel monitoring and dredging purposes, utilizing sensitive electronic automated surveying equipment.
• You will collect and edit single beam and multibeam data to ensure accuracy by performing appropriate overlap checks and comparisons following standardized software processes of quality assurance.
• You will make minor corrections and repairs and recommends action to be taken, including replacement or sending devices to the manufacturer or contact software vendor for corrections or updates.
• You will ensure equipment is in proper working order, i.e. has equipment repaired, sent out for preventative maintenance as needed, surpluses broken or outdated equipment as needed.​

FFN Surveying, established in 2018, is a small surveying firm located in Salem, Oregon. As we continue to grow and expand, we are seeking a skilled individual to join our team as an Office Survey Technician or Project Surveyor. As part of this position, you will be responsible for the processing and mapping of various field data collected by our field crews as well as assisting in overall client relations and management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for growth potential in a growing company.

​Responsibilities:
Drafting Boundary, ALTA, Topographic Surveys and Subdivision Plats; Writing Legal Descriptions, Easements and other documents as necessary; Perform Deed & Survey Research; Analyze & Process Field Data

Desired Qualifications:
1-2 years of Land Surveying experience preferred for technician role; 3-5 years of Land Surveying experience preferred for project surveyor role; Experience in Trimble Business Center preferred; Strong experience in AutoCad Civil 3d required; Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team; Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think analytically; Effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (range of $25/hr to $45/hr); Health insurance coverage; Paid time off and holidays

If you meet the qualifications for this position and are looking for an exciting opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration to the address below. We look forward to reviewing your application.

email: [email protected]

Temporary Survey Technician, GS-0817-4/5, and Temporary Laborer WG-3502-3/4
Who wants to go on an adventure with Cadastral Survey, where stellar views and frolicking in the woods are normal occurrences? Oregon/Washington BLM Cadastral Survey is starting the hiring process for our FY26 field season, April-November. 

Position Title: Survey Technician

• Series/Grade: GS-0817-4/5
• Open Date: 02/01/2026
• Close Date: 02/15/2026
• Locations: Portland, Prineville, Roseburg, Salem, Medford, OR 
• Access the job announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/856214500

This is a temporary appointment.  Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status and will be for a period not-to-exceed 1039 hours in a service year.

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​Pay Range: $32.85 - $40.27 Hourly
Department: Department of Community Services (DCS)
Job Type: Regular Represented
Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified): February 01, 2026

OVERVIEW
This Work Matters!

The Department of Community Services is looking to hire a full-time Engineering Technician 2 to join the Survey section of the Transportation division.

This section is responsible for, among other things, restoring and maintaining Public Land Corners; reviewing, filing and indexing work submitted by land surveyors; county road legalization; and providing survey support for capital improvement and other county projects.

In this position, you will: 

• Operate, adjust and maintain survey instruments including: total stations, levels, data collectors and geodetic (GPS) equipment
• Search, locate and maintain public land corners, check and reset public land corners as necessary, assist in performing traverses and GPS surveys
• Perform topographic and construction surveying in different county projects
• Help train survey personnel in the use of equipment and survey techniques, computations, law and principles
• Supervise survey personnel when crew leader is unavailable
• Create diagrams and written records of work performed in the field
• Plan safe traffic control, brush and clear lines
• Perform other duties as assigned

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hillsboro/jobs/5137860/water-inspector

Salary Range:  $70,513 -$92,790  annually
Placement on the range determined based on relevant experience presented in application materials.
Full-time, non-exempt position plus full benefits package.
This position is open until filled.  First review of applications will take place on December 1st, 2025. 
 
The City of Hillsboro is committed on providing clean reliable drinking water 24/7, 365 days a year, and when you work in water you don’t just enjoy a good, stable job with amazing benefits. You get great training, a challenging job environment, and the satisfaction that comes with knowing you are directly benefiting your community to ensure a good quality of life in the present and for generations to come.  
 
About the Opportunity 
The City of Hillsboro currently serves about 85,000 residents with drinking water. In addition, Hillsboro is the managing agency for the Joint Water Commission, a partnership with City of Forest Grove, City of Beaverton, and the Tualatin Valley Water District. The JWC jointly owns a water treatment plant, large storage tanks, and many miles of large transmission lines. Hillsboro is unique in that it’s a small town that manages large assets and has exciting opportunities for project inspection. This position will inspect a wide range of projects including waterline replacements, subdivisions, industrial buildings, multi-family housing, water treatment plant upgrades, and pump replacements. The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform routine technical activities in project support and construction inspection. Responsibilities, as assigned, include gathering, compiling and/or analyzing data for engineering projects; conducting and survey projects; reviewing engineering drawings and plans; maintaining databases; providing customer service; performing field inspections; and testing equipment for operability.
 
Job Duties & Responsibilities
The primary focus of this position is to perform construction inspection for Developer projects for the Water Department. Including, but not limited to, the following:

• Reading & understanding construction plans and enforcing the City's Design and Construction Standards.
• Maintain daily construction activity logs with sufficient detail to track project activities, materials, schedule impacts, and costs; record materials on site and installation dates, and work performed to support progress payment and change order analysis.
• Provides support for Capitol Improvement and Developer Projects, including Cathodic Protection Asset installation/testing, GPS data collection, field investigations, standby inspections, project planning and design.
• Supervise the flushing, hydrostatic testing & disinfection of newly installed water lines following the procedure in the City's Design & Construction Standards.
• Identifying and resolving construction-related problems, conflicts, or discrepancies that may arise during the project. Applying problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and effective communication to address challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Performs field inspections, reviews quality issues, conducts various studies and observations and gathers data; reports findings and provides recommendations on compliance issues and project status; tests equipment and provides information on equipment requirements.
• Prepares, updates and maintains reports, correspondence, agendas, maps, work orders, forms, and/or brochures.   Attends meetings, provides information updates and may perform community outreach.
• Responds to concerns and requests for information from staff, contractors and the general public; gathers, researches and analyzes plans, specifications, documents and related records and provides feedback and project status information, as required.
• Documents, prepares and/or updates reports, processes, procedures, workflows, graphics, maps, templates, instructions, logs, and/or other technical documentation.
• Works on special technical projects as assigned and performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

This position falls under the Engineering Technician job classification. For full job classification details click here.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE 2026 TAK SCHOLARSHIP ($2,000) APPLICATION
 
Eligible applicants must be living in or attending an educational institution in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho.Please complete the application by typing or printing legibly. Only complete signed applications with all required documentation will be considered. Please submit the following items with this completed application form.

• A copy of your unofficial transcript(s) and a copy of program course catalog for relevant coursework.
• Three original letters of recommendation from individuals who are not related to the applicant. One must be from a faculty advisor. All must be signed and addressed to the Scholarship Selection Committee at [email protected].
• A personal introductory letter addressed to the TAK Scholarship Selection Committee, not to exceed 850 words on a single-spaced paper, indicating why you chose your current field of study and any commitment to furthering your education beyond your current degree program. The letter should also include any involvement in community activities, extracurricular school activities, any awards and honors you have received, your career goals, any information on significant financial difficulties you are experiencing, and why you feel you should be selected to receive the scholarship. Composition through Artificial Intelligence is prohibited.
• A copy of driver’s license, Student ID or other State-Issued ID and/or Federal ID copies of both front and back).

NOTE: THE APPLICATION AND ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 02, 2026 - 5:00 pm Pacific 
 
Email complete Application as a PDF document to: [email protected]
References will email their reference letter to the TAK Scholarship Selection Committee.
​Inquiries: [email protected]
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