Survey Technician I

• Operates survey instruments, including total station and data collector for topographic and legal surveys;

• Construction staking of streets, sewers, water mains and other public works projects;

• Records and maintains survey notes; maintains equipment and vehicles; serves as party chief in the absence of the party chief;

• Performs minor field design work for street, sewer, water main and other public works projects;

• Interprets engineering plans and calculates grades and coordinates of related survey engineering projects;

• Performs office and courthouse research.

• Assists with utility locates for Iowa One-Call services.

• Conducts sidewalk program inspections.

• Performs other general engineering related tasks

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Civil Engineering and Technology- Ability to operate survey instruments including total station and data collectors.

• Building and Construction- Knowledge of materials, occupational safety hazards, project methods and regulations, and the tools involved in the inspection, construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

• Design- knowledge of the principles, practices, equipment and materials used in engineering, drafting, and surveying.

• Clerical- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.

• Customer and Personal Service- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Computers and Electronics- Knowledge of processors, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including surveying, Iowa One Call, and GIS applications and programming.

• Mechanical- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Critical Thinking- Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem or make a decision using bet practices, resourcefulness and tact.

• Reading Comprehension- Reading and interpreting work-related information such as civil engineering drawings.

• Active Listening- Listening to the input from the general public without interruption and following up with good questions.

• Deductive Reasoning- Using rules to solve problems and prepare engineering plans.

• Mathematical Reasoning- Choosing the right type of math to accurately solve a problem.

• Oral and Written Expression -Communicating by speaking and/or in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 6 months experience in surveying; and

• At least 6 months experience in public infrastructure related projects; and High School Diploma or GED; or Equivalent combination of education and experience

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain prior to first day of appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree or major coursework in Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field; and

• 6 months experience in surveying or construction of public infrastructure related projects;