Survey Instrument Technician - Construction
About The Position
The Survey Instrument Technician operates various survey instruments and directs survey crew activities in the absence of the survey crew chief. This role involves interpreting construction plans, performing computations for construction layout and staking, and researching completed project plans and legal descriptions while maintaining project records. The technician is also responsible for manual labor tasks such as cutting brush for lines, carrying stakes, rebar, other heavy items, and stacking rods. Maintenance of equipment and vehicles used by the surveying crew is also a duty. A fundamental understanding of uniform traffic control devices and procedures for short-term road closures and/or lane reductions is required. Duties are normally completed utilizing computer software programs. The position requires performing duties in a safe, professional, and courteous manner to promote a positive image of the Road Commission for Oakland County. Regular and predictable onsite job attendance is an essential function, requiring a daily schedule that supports RCOC hours of operation.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent with knowledge in math sufficient to perform described duties.
- A minimum of twelve (12) months of survey experience related to duties described above is required.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and possess a valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Operates the various survey instruments and directs the activities of the survey crew in the absence of the survey crew chief.
- Interprets construction plans and performs computations related to construction layout and staking.
- Research completed project plans, legal descriptions and maintains project records.
- Performs manual labor, such as cutting brush for lines, carrying stakes, rebar, other heavy items, and stacking rods.
- Maintains equipment and vehicles used by surveying crew.
- Possess a fundamental understanding of uniform traffic control devices and procedures for short-term road closures and/or lane reductions.
- Perform duties in a safe, professional, and courteous manner to promote a positive image of the Road Commission for Oakland County.
Benefits
- Attractive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
