Land Research Survey Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • *Home Headquartered, PA

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Land Research Survey Technician role with the Pennsylvania Game Commission offers an exciting opportunity to support responsible land management across the Commonwealth. This position places you in both outdoor settings and county offices to help build accurate records and dependable land boundaries. You will strengthen your technical abilities while contributing to important conservation and property stewardship work. Join a dedicated team at the Harrisburg Headquarters that values precision, growth, and public service to Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• One year as an Engineering Technician involving technical land surveying experience including the research of land ownership and operation of both standard and electronic surveying instruments.
• Three years of technical land surveying experience which included research of land ownership and operation of both standard electronic surveying instruments, and training or experience which affords a working knowledge of high school level algebra, plane geometry or trigonometry.
• Any experience and training which affords the applicant the Required Knowledges, Skills and Abilities.
• Possess a valid Class 1 Pennsylvania Driver's License issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Review deeds, wills, assessments, and historical records to determine land ownership and title history
• Collect detailed location data and measure natural and constructed features using professional surveying equipment
• Transfer, reduce, and interpret GPS and electronic survey data to support mapping and boundary assessments
• Evaluate maps and property descriptions to identify parcel relationships and clarify boundary conditions
• Develop coordinate computations and assist in creating CAD survey maps using mathematical and technical inputs
• Mark corners and stakeout points while clearing sight lines and maintaining field tools and equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED