Land Survey Office Drafter

Land Survey Office Drafter

Salary

$40.53 - $47.18 Hourly

Location

Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Ave., Seattle, WA

Job Type

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00840

Department

Seattle Public Utilities

Division

Project Delivery & Engineering Branch

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

9/1/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

Build Your Career with the City of Seattle as an Assistant Land Surveyor

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an Assistant Land Surveyor (under the cities job classification of, Civil Engineer Specialist Assistant, 1) to join our innovative Land Survey team within the Engineering & Technical Services Division.

In this role, you'll work with advanced tools like Leica Cyclone and AutoCAD Civil 3D, supported by one of the region's most comprehensive survey records vaults. You'll contribute to major projects for SPU, SDOT, and Seattle City Light by producing topographic and right-of-way maps essential to Seattle's infrastructure design.

You'll also enjoy diverse and unique field assignments, including work in locations like the Tolt and Cedar River Watersheds.

If you're a skilled surveyor looking to expand your technical expertise while serving the public, we'd love to have you on our team.

About Seattle Public Utilities: About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost.

If you feel this may be the perfect job for you, please continue reading ...and APPLY!

About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:

• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan
• Shape Our Water Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring, and promotional opportunities.

Why join us?

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities.
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment.
• Generous benefits package.
• Free public transportation options.
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions.
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely land survey maps and drafting documents for engineering design and capital improvement projects in compliance with City of Seattle drafting standards.
• Maintain organized and reliable survey records, project files, and mapping data in compliance with Seattle Public Utilities standards and procedures.
• Provide responsive technical and administrative support to surveyors, engineers, and project managers while ensuring quality customer service, strong communication, and attention to detail.
• Organize, interpret, and process field survey data using Leica and AutoCAD software products.
• Research utility and survey records to support mapping and engineering projects.
• Prepare and draft topographic surveys and related exhibits using AutoCAD Civil 3D in accordance with City of Seattle standards.
• Record, monitor, and track time allocated to projects and assigned tasks.
• Communicate with supervisors, project surveyors, and field crews regarding project status, scheduling, and technical issues.
• Maintain standard office business requirements, including timesheets, calendar updates, meeting attendance, and compliance with current safety requirements and procedures.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education:

• Requires an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college-level coursework in engineering and construction technology.
• Or: a combination of education/training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class will be considered.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in a land surveying capacity, including topographic drafting experience.
• Experience using AutoCad Civil 3D in a Civil Engineering production drafting environment.
• Experience in 3D laser scanning collection and processing.
• Land Surveyor in Training Certification or Professional Land Surveyor Certification.

Physical Demands:

• Periodic field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Overnight travel may be required.

Licenses or Certificates: Current Washington State drivers license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Additional Information

How to Apply: In addition to fully completing the online application, please attach your resume and cover letter addressing the Desired Qualifications, and respond to all supplemental questions. These are required to be considered for this position. Your cover letter should also include your general knowledge and experience related to the position.

Workplace Environment:

• This position works in an office location and may occasionally require field visits to other facilities and project sites.
• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Overnight travel may be required.

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office a minimum of three days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their manager.

Application Expectation:

A complete online application must include a cover letter, resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire for consideration.

The salary range for this position is $40.53 - $47.18 hourly.

Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

If you have any questions, please contact Zach Brown at zach.brown@seattle.gov.

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.

Websitehttp://www.seattle.gov/jobs

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at:

Benefits - Human Resources | seattle.gov

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Do you posses an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology?

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Do you have a Land Surveyor in Training Certification or Professional Land Surveyor Certification?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience working in a land surveying capacity, including topographic drafting experience.

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Explain your experience using AutoCad/Civil 3D in a Civil Engineering production drafting environment.

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Do you have experience in 3D laser scanning collection and processing.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Seattle

Address Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website http://www.seattle.gov/jobs