Land Surveying -Engineering Technician (4652-50)

Hamilton County, Ohio • Cincinnati, OH

2d • $25 - $33

About The Position

Take the next step in your career with the Hamilton County Engineer's Office! We are seeking someone who specializes in Land Surveying. Join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Hamilton County! Under general supervision, the Land Surveying-Engineering Technician may perform entry to intermediate level office and/or field technical duties in support of a variety of Transportation Engineering and Surveying office and/or field business units. Depending upon individual skills and organizational needs, individual employees may assist in planning, design, Computer Aided Drafting/Design (CADD), Geographic Information Systems (GIS, construction management, studies, computations, land surveying, land record management, asset management, grant coordination, or field operations.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED) plus post-secondary education and/or training in Engineering Technology, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology, GIS Technology, Construction Technology, Surveying Technology, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Must possess a valid state of residency driver’s license.
• Must remain insurable under the County’s vehicle insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Conducts surveys using various survey instruments (e.g. total stations, Robotic Total Stations, data collectors, prism poles, GPS Equipment, Drone, leveling rods, etc.)
• Records readings from instruments and gauges; calculate distances, angles, elevations, grades, etc. using algebra, statistics, geometry and trigonometry
• Maintains notes of measurements and monuments and computes to prepare final survey plat
• Drives stakes or rods into ground with sledge hammer to facilitate surveying
• Sets final lines and monuments in field
• Ensures equipment is clean and operating properly
• Drives truck transporting crew and equipment
• Ensures work area is safe
• meets with contractors to show them where field survey points are.
• Researches the area being surveyed from survey records, plans, recorded deeds, and maps
• Prepares and reviews survey plans
• prepares reports based on field survey data and existing records
• Answers questions from property owners or officials about work being performed
• Assists surveyors and attorneys in locating old surveys and records
• Performs as party chief in absence of supervisor
• Supervises assigned crew and directs the various surveying functions
• Plans and schedules survey activities to achieve effective utilization of available manpower.
• Collaborating with internal teams such as Planning and Design, Engineering, Survey, and Maintenance Departments, and external partners, including the County Auditor’s office, local jurisdictions, consultants, engineers, and property owners.
• Assisting in the preparation and review of design drawings, layouts, contract plans, and related specifications.
• Helping prepare related project documentation, such as, right-of-way plans, and legal descriptions.
• Assisting in the review of plans and specifications to verify compliance with agreements, project requirements, state, and local construction specifications.
• Participating in project teams and/or groups and preparing related project documentation.
• Checks, verifies, and researches legal descriptions, survey records and other official documents covered under the Transfer and Conveyance Standards
• Advises attorneys, surveyors, government agencies, public, etc. of errors and the best way to correct these documents to meet the Transfer and Conveyance Standards.
• Updates, revises, and corrects errors on Auditor’s Digital Tax Maps using GIS; performs data entry, filing, and scanning of surveying documents
• Accepts and accounts for cash received from fees and services
• Produces copies of surveys, tax maps, and plats using computer software, scanner, and plotter.
• Using GIS, produces various types of maps when called on to do so.
• Participates in project teams and/or groups and prepares related project documentation.
• Attends all meetings and serves on committees, as directed; attends training and seminars, as directed.
• Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
• Due to the nature of the job, when scheduled for on-call assignment, the Engineering Technician must be available to return to work after normal work hours or on weekends and/or holidays when called to do so.

Benefits

• Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package and Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays, Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Earned Personal Days, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.
• Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility, Free On-Site Parking, Wellness Incentives, robust Employee Assistance Program, access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health, plus expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources, and More!

What This Job Offers

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