Senior Surveying Technician (4746-50)

Hamilton County Government•Cincinnati, OH

4h•$33 - $40•Onsite

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 direction, the Senior Surveying Technician acts as Party Chief; conducts topographical, boundary, location and construction surveys using various survey instruments; records readings compile notes, makes sketches, and enters data into computer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course studies in Surveying or Civil Engineering or related field, and three (3) years’ work experience in land surveying under the supervision of a Professional Surveyor; 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

Acts as party chief in absence of professional surveyor
Supervises assigned crew and directs the various surveying functions
Assigns tasks, plans and schedules survey activities to achieve affective utilization of available manpower
Assists in the completion of timecards to be approved by the Supervisor
Conducts topographical, boundary, location and construction surveys using various survey instruments (e.g., total stations, data collectors, prism poles, GPS, leveling rods, UAV’s, etc.)
Records readings from instruments and gauges
Calculate distances, angles, elevation, grades, etc. using algebra, statistics, geometry and trigonometry
Maintains notes of measurements, monuments and calculations to prepare final survey plat
Drives stakes or rods into ground with sledgehammer to facilitate surveying
Sets final lines and monuments in field
Ensures equipment is clean and operating properly
Drives truck transporting crew and equipment
Ensure work area is safe
Meets with contractors to show them where field survey points are
Gathers information about area being surveyed from plats, plans recorded deeds, topographical maps, work instruction, etc.
Prepares and reviews survey plans
Prepares reports based on field survey data and existing records
Assists in the organization, data entry and file management of surveys, maps, plats, benchmarks and scanned images
Works with other departments in the utilization of such files
Answers questions from property owners or officials about work being performed
Assists surveyors, attorneys and general public in locating old surveys and records
Drafts plans and deeds related to surveying
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed
Attends training and seminars, as directed
Meets all job safety requirements and 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 Senior Surveying 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!

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