18016 - Survey Technician
About The Position
To perform basic land surveying activities for transportation projects in support of VDOT maintenance and construction programs. This role involves performing land surveying project activities including location, right of way and utilities, and construction phases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project schedules and VDOT programs. The technician will also conduct quality control reviews in the field and office, perform basic field land surveying for transportation projects from scoping to post-construction, and follow VDOT policies and procedures and APELSCIDLA rules and regulations. Additionally, the role requires using various land surveying equipment and tools to record field data and conducting courthouse research on plats.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to perform physically demanding labor, work in all types of terrain and weather conditions.
- Basic knowledge of field land surveying equipment (data collectors, GPS, robotic total station, levels, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
- Knowledge of basic mathematical calculations; using algebra, geometry and trigonometry.
- Knowledge of land surveying instruments and tools, including programmable calculators and electronic data collection equipment.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- A combination of training, experience or education in Land Surveying or related field desired.
- Experience conducting basic land surveying tasks.
- Land Surveyor in Training certification desired.
Responsibilities
- Perform land surveying project activities including location, right of way and utilities, and construction phases.
- Perform survey functions in accordance with project scheduling and in support of VDOT programs.
- Perform quality control reviews, both in the field and office, to ensure land surveying products are accurate and depict the project controls and data to support the project.
- Conduct basic field land surveying activities for transportation projects from scoping to post-construction.
- Follow VDOT policies and procedures and APELSCIDLA rules and regulations governing land surveying activities.
- Use a variety of land surveying equipment and tools to locate and record field data.
- Conduct courthouse research on plats.
Benefits
- VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
