Survey Instrument Technician

City of Tucson • Tucson, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares and operates land survey equipment to measure land area boundaries and topographic features. This is an intermediate level classification within the Survey series. Each level is distinguished by increasing levels of complexity, judgement and responsibility, as well as defined technical expertise.

Requirements

• 6 months post high school education
• One (1) year of relevant experience
• Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Driver’s License
• At least two (2) years of driving experience.
• No DUI in the past two (2) years.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in the use of Carlson Survey or equivalent survey software.
• Prior experience as an instrument tech on a survey crew.

Responsibilities

• Collects field data related to topographical features, boundaries, and elevations.
• Records and computes angles, distances, and elevations from field data.
• Sets up, calibrates, and operates various survey instruments.
• Conducts surveys measure and determine features.
• Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) coverage
• Pension plan
• Optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings
• 38 paid days off in the first year of employment
• Paid parental leave (twelve weeks)
• Paid tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment
• Off- and on-the-job training
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

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