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Professional Engineering Consu Survey Technician - Land in Topeka, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13188608
Position Summary:
The Survey Technician will assist in surveying land to determine location and measurements of points, elevations, line areas and contours for construction, mapmaking, land division, titles or other purposes. This position will serve a key function in providing support with a variety land development project, collecting field data and information related to the preparation of survey maps and CAD files.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform field work on civil engineering, construction and general surveying projects, including topographic, ALTA, boundary, Right of Way and As-builts, Flood Elevation Certificates, Lot Surveys with supervision provided by a senior survey staff
- Keep accurate notes, records and sketches to describe work performed
- Place stakes at designated points and drive them into the ground
- Operate and maintain equipment that would include a tablet computer, digital camera, survey grade GPS, robotic total stations along with other measuring tools and Personal Protective Equipment
- Recovery of survey control and monumentation, boundary, topographic and utility surveys, construction layout, and photo documentation of the project area.
- Support the survey crew chief in obtaining invert and subsurface utility information
- Exposure to drones and scanning technologies
- Assist with office tasks including, but not limited to CAD drafting, data download, deed and map research, and filing
- Remain current on surveying practices, guidelines, and best management practices.
- Assist in conducting analysis of survey data and prepare reports and maps
- Collect and record field data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Tracks and maintains survey supplies such as stakes and marking equipment; ensures safety devices are present and in use as appropriate; may place traffic control devices to direct traffic
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the companys discretion
Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Proficiency in using surveying equipment, such as total stations, GPS receivers, and data collectors
- Able to complete topographic survey with assistance from a crew or party chief
- Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
- When working outside, ability to stand for long periods, walk over all types of terrain while carrying equipment up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to work in inclement weather conditions
- Willing to travel up to 20% of the time
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical skills
- Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment
- Possess above average mathematical knowledge and ability to operate a handheld calculator, tablets, data collectors and computers. Good penmanship skills
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or G.E.D equivalent
- 1 year of experience in land surveying is preferred
- Experience with survey instrumentation and data collectors
- Familiarity with surveying software and data processing tools
License and Certification:
- Valid driver\'s license with a driving record that is approved by our insurance provider
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\ \ Professional Engineering Consultant is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicants for employment based on their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service me mber status, or any other status protected by law.