Engineering Technician 2 - Survey

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

6d • $33 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

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 Who Are We? The Multnomah County Transportation Division manages and preserves the County road infrastructure and provides a safe and efficient transportation system that supports economic and community vitality. With 297 miles of roads, 6 Willamette River bridges, over 20 smaller bridges, and over 1,750 culverts to manage, our staff is committed to maintaining the community’s livability. Our primary goals are to help people safely get to where they need to go, to protect the public investment by preserving our transportation infrastructure, to support social equity and economic well being, and to help plan for the future transportation needs of Multnomah County. As part of the Department of Community Services, it is our department's mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including Land Use Planning, Transportation, Animal Services, Elections, and Business Services. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too. What We Can Offer You: With us, you will be challenged. You will be encouraged to excel. You will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. And you will be proud to be a part of the Multnomah County Surveyor’s Office. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing top-notch services to the community. At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values. Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our website . This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary and limited duration positions while the eligible for hire list is active.

Requirements

• Equivalent to an associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in an engineering or surveying technology, construction management, or related field (relevant experience can substitute for education on a year by year basis)
• One (1) to four (4) years of experience in land surveying, civil engineering, or a related field
• Valid driver license

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to operate various land surveying instruments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Certification as a Land Surveying Intern.

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• employer-funded retirement savings
• health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents
• paid parental leave
• wellness programs
• a focus on work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees