Civil Drafter Jobs in Mississippi
Civil Drafter jobs in Mississippi are open across Ridgeland, Jackson, and Hernando and other Mississippi metros, with employers like Garver, Terracon Consultants, and Waggoner Engineering hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition ID: 184356
Position Summary
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Experience Level
Intermediate
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
- Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
- Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
- Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
- May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have all required tools.
- U.S. Driver's License may be required.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug, alcohol and fit-for-duty testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Requisition ID: 184356
Position Summary
Operate one or several types of power construction equipment to excavate, move and/or grade material.
Experience Level
Intermediate
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
- Operate a variety of vehicles and large heavy equipment while performing maintenance and repairs on roads and rights-of-way including loading, hauling and dumping on smooth to extremely rough surfaces.
- Load gravel, dirt and sand; smooth and grade roads; spread rock and gravel.
- Trench and construct ditches for installation of culverts, water pipes and sewer pipes; remove silt and debris.
- Knowledgeable of equipment in respect to checking and maintaining all fluid levels and lubrication.
- May be asked to instruct and train employees in the safe operation of construction equipment and tools and in job techniques and skills.
- Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Qualifications
- May require a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area.
- Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position.
- Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision.
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently.
Requirements
- The person in this position needs to constantly move about a construction/industrial site, so should be able to stand, walk, sit, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
- Constantly works in a construction environment and will be exposed to changing outdoor weather conditions.
- Work irregular hours, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
- May be required to use ladders/mechanical platforms/manlifts/scaffold to access required equipment/work areas (may exceed 200 feet), so must be able to climb and maintain balance on formwork, steel formwork, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Move and work in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy and dusty environment.
- May be required/able to move items weighing up to 50 pounds across construction/industrial site.
- Must have all required tools.
- U.S. Driver's License may be required.
- Observe and comply with all safety and project rules, perform other duties as required.
- Ability to pass pre-access drug, alcohol and fit-for-duty testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Civil Drafter Job Market in Mississippi
A snapshot from current Mississippi openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Garver13
- Terracon Consultants5
- Waggoner Engineering4
- AECOM2
- ECS Limited2
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services24
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Technology & Software5
- Manufacturing2
- Marketing & Advertising1
What Mississippi Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in civil drafter jobs across Mississippi.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for 2D and 3D drafting
- Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting, civil engineering technology, or related field
- Experience producing plan and profile sheets, grading plans, and utility layouts
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, surveys, and specifications
- Familiarity with municipal and DOT drafting standards and plan preparation guidelines
- EIT certification or enrollment in a drafting technology program preferred for junior roles
Civil Drafter Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions
How many civil drafter jobs are there in Mississippi?
There are 38+ civil drafter openings in Mississippi on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Ridgeland, Jackson, and Hernando. New positions post regularly as employers across Mississippi hire.
How much do civil drafters make in Mississippi?
Civil drafters in Mississippi earn a median of about $59,920 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,740 for the lowest 10% to over $81,010 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Mississippi cities have the most civil drafter jobs?
Ridgeland, Jackson, and Hernando have the most civil drafter openings in Mississippi right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire civil drafters in Mississippi?
Employers hiring civil drafters in Mississippi include Garver, Terracon Consultants, and Waggoner Engineering, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote civil drafter jobs in Mississippi?
Yes. About 18% of civil drafter openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Mississippi metros.
How do I apply for civil drafter jobs in Mississippi?
You can apply to civil drafter jobs in Mississippi directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Mississippi location, then apply to each one that fits.
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