Geospatial CAD Technician

We are seeking a Geospatial CAD Technician that will support surveying, engineering, and pipeline operations by integrating GIS data and CAD drafting to produce accurate, client-ready deliverables. This position is responsible for creating and maintaining spatial databases, producing detailed drawings, and ensuring quality control across geospatial and drafting projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide GIS and drafting support to survey and pipeline operations.

- Develop, manage, and update GIS databases for pipeline centerlines, surface sites, and land records.

- Draft and prepare client deliverables including alignment sheets, landowner plats, permit exhibits, bore design profiles, and boundary surveys.

- Create surfaces in Civil 3D using field and GIS data.

- Perform quality control checks on drawings, datasets, and deliverables.

- Integrate ESRI GIS products, AutoCAD/Civil 3D, and Global Mapper to analyze, visualize, and present spatial information.

- Generate and reference KMZ/KML files for project planning and field use.

- Collaborate with survey crews, engineers, and IT staff to troubleshoot drafting and GIS software issues.

- Screen and submit One Call Line Locate Ticket requests, track progress, and verify responses.

- Other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

- Proficient in AutoCAD/Civil 3D and ESRI ArcGIS software. If experienced in ArcGIS, we will train in Civil 3D.

- Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook,) and Adobe Acrobat.

- Ability to work across GIS and CAD platforms to deliver accurate, integrated products.

- Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing client standards, project timelines, and priorities.

- Strong problem-solving and quality assurance skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Knowledge of coordinate systems, land grid systems, and survey practices.

- Knowledge of high-definition laser scanning and LiDAR data processing preferred.

- Applicable GIS certifications a plus.

- Ability to lift 25 lbs and sit for long periods.

- Must pass required background check.

Experience:

- 2–4 years of combined GIS, surveying, or drafting experience.

- High school diploma or GED required.

- Experience managing GIS databases and creating professional maps.

- Preferred knowledge of AutoCAD commands, functions, title blocks, and dynamic blocks.

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits after the waiting period, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as 401K participation. Vacation, paid time off, and holiday pay are also provided.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Gateway is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Gateway does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person