Land Survey Technician

City of Kent, Washington • Centennial, WY

11d • $25 - $28

About The Position

Come work at a place where you have a direct impact on the quality of life for Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike! Are you passionate about precision and someone who enjoys working both in the field and the office? The City of Kent is seeking a skilled Land Survey Technician to support land survey projects that shape our community. In this role, you’ll operate advanced surveying equipment, perform mathematical computations, and ensure data integrity for critical public works projects. If you have a strong foundation in surveying principles, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready to make an impact, we’d love for you to consider this opportunity! A cover letter and resume are required with your online application in order for your application to be considered complete. Please note that you cannot attach documents after you have submitted your online application. If you experience problems attaching documents, please contact Human Resources at [phone] and we will do our best to assist you. HOURLY RATE: $25-28, depending on experience There is one (1) position that will be filled by this recruitment process. This is a non-represented position. Temporary employees with the City of Kent do not receive insurance or time off benefits outside of those which are legally mandated. In certain instances, temporary employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the State of Washington’s Department of Retirement Systems. GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the direction of the City Land Surveyor or designee, the incumbent performs routine to technical land survey duties alone or on a survey party; makes advanced mathematical computations in the performance of assigned field and office work. Work is characterized by technical duties related to surveying and calculation of land survey projects. The incumbent is responsible for collecting field data that is provided to the Survey Party Chief or Assistant City Surveyor as required. The incumbent will assist other survey crews in the department or provide backup support when the work unit is short-handed. The incumbent may work as an instrument person or head chain person as required. The work of the Survey Technician requires the incumbent to be proficient in surveying and drafting and familiar with engineering applications and computer survey programs. The incumbent ensures that acceptable field methods are used so that work is completed and recorded in an accurate manner. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervisor defines objectives, priorities, and deadlines; and assists the incumbent with unusual situations which do not have clear objectives or precedents. Incumbent plans and carry out assignments and handle problems and deviations in accordance with instructions, policies, procedures and/or accepted practices. Work is evaluated for technical soundness, timeliness, accuracy, and conformity to departmental practice and policy.

Requirements

• Principles and practices of surveying, drafting, engineering design, and construction
• State Plane coordinate systems and map projections
• GNSS survey techniques, terminology and equipment
• Maintenance and adjustment of surveying equipment
• Principles of trigonometry, geometry and algebra
• Principles and practices of research and analysis
• Current AutoDesk software is desirable
• ESRI software is desirable
• Correct English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary
• Reading and interpreting design plans
• Organizing and prioritizing work
• Written and oral communication
• Responding to frequently changing work responsibilities
• Working effectively with the general public
• Working effectively as part of a team
• Ability to understand and execute instructions
• Prepare accurate and legible field notes, sketches and reports
• Clean and maintain all field equipment and vehicles
• Maintain records and prepare reports
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, managers, employees and the public
• Effectively organize and express ideas through use of oral and written communications
• Read, analyze and interpret operating and procedure manuals
• Speak effectively and present information in one-on-one and small group situations to the public and other employees of the organization
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide; compute fractions, ratios, percentages, proportions; draw and interpret graphs and charts; work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Utilize interpersonal skills in daily tasks in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner
• Graduation from an accredited two-year college with a degree in Surveying Technology or related field, and
• Two (2) years or more of progressively responsible experience in Land Surveying
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Valid Washington State driver’s license, or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Must be able to successfully pass the City’s pre-employment driver’s records check; successfully complete the City’s Defensive Driving Course; and maintain an excellent driving record
• First Aid Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months from hire date
• Flagger’s Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months from hire date
• New employees must successfully pass the City's pre-employment substance abuse screening
• Must successfully pass a position specific background inquiry

Nice To Haves

• Current AutoDesk software is desirable
• ESRI software is desirable

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of Land Survey Field equipment
• Record legible, accurate and complete survey notes for all field surveys according to departmental procedure
• Setup/takedown and provide traffic control according to federal guidelines
• Work independently with other sections of the Public Works department on projects as assigned
• Clean and maintain all field equipment and vehicles
• Actively support the vision, mission, values and goals of the department and the city
• Perform related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree