Survey Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Clearfield County, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Become a Survey Technician with the Department of Transportation and support projects that keep communities connected! You will join a team that values precision, teamwork, and curiosity as you support surveys that guide roadway and bridge designs. The position provides hands-on experience with modern tools and opportunities to gain experience that can put you on track for professional licensing. This is a rewarding path for someone who enjoys technical work and being out in the field! This position supports a survey team by operating tools and equipment that help produce accurate information for transportation projects. The work involves both technical tasks and teamwork in a variety of field settings.

Requirements

• One year of experience as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration)
• Three years of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments
• One year of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments, and an associate's degree in surveying, drafting, design, civil or any other appropriate field of engineering technology
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
• Meet the PA residency requirement

Responsibilities

• Operate surveying instruments and tools to support a wide range of survey activities
• Use equipment and software to gather and process control networks and survey data
• Read and evaluate roadway, bridge, and property documents to verify accuracy
• Communicate with team members using radio, verbal, and hand signals
• Assist with plan reviews and help resolve daily survey challenges when serving as temporary lead
• Maintain surveying instruments, supplies, and items stored in the survey truck

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree