Survey Drafter

Job Description

Survey Drafter

JOB SUMMARY:


This position is primarily responsible for (1) drafting various survey drawings and maps including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, asbuilt surveys, encroachment surveys, land tie surveys, access easements, substation easements, fiber crossings, and necessary exhibits; (2) prepare land legal descriptions for land acquisition efforts; (3) supports the survey field crews and office personnel by researching existing survey and real estate records, contacting local and state agencies for right-of-way information and transmitting completed projects. (4) transmitting drawings to appropriate workgroups and uploading electronic drawings to SoCo database (Vault); (5) ability to effectively communicate with other departments, companies, counties, cities and municipalities.


JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities )

Education and Experience

• High School diploma is required.
• Valid Alabama divers license.
• A degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar suitable technical degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year Land Survey related CAD drafting experience is required.
• Extensive experience, working knowledge and the ability to research public documentation and records to produce signed Survey Plats.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to research and understand land rights and legal documents (i.e. survey plats and maps, deeds, legal descriptions and other conveyances involving land rights)
• Possess and demonstrate problem solving (trouble shooting) skills
• Knowledge of surveying procedures for a variety of survey types
• Knowledgeable of Alabama's "Standards of Practice" for surveying
• Knowledgeable of Alabama's Public Land Survey System (U.S. System of Rectangular Surveys).
• Necessary skills to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances while working on multiple tasks/projects and ability to be productive, decisive and efficient in periods of short time constraints and resource limitations
• Strong verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong customer service focus - sense of urgency

Other Attributes:

• Consistent demonstration of Our Values- Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance and Total Commitment

Job Location: Birmingham- APC Corporate HQ

No relocation assistance.

About Us

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.


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Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit


Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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