About the position
Under the supervision of a Senior Transportation Surveyor, the incumbent works approximately 65% in an office with duties that include, but are not limited to, researching records, performing complex surveying calculations including boundary determination, preparing field files, analyzing field data, and preparing surveying maps. The remaining 35% of work will be functioning as a member of a field crew. Field crew activities include a wide variety of professional land surveying work under the direction of a Transportation Surveyor Party Chief. Transportation Surveyors, Range A-C, will often work under the technical direction of a Transportation Surveyor Range D, who may work in the capacity of a lead person. Range D requires a Land Surveyor license or pre-1982 Civil Engineer license by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Telework for office duties may be performed. The amount and availability of telework and/or office work will be determined by the Department based on the functions of each position.
Responsibilities
- Researching records
- Performing complex surveying calculations including boundary determination
- Preparing field files
- Analyzing field data
- Preparing surveying maps
- Functioning as a member of a field crew
Requirements
- Possession of a valid driver's license
- Education, Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT), or Land Surveyor (LS) certificate
- Knowledge of mathematics including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
- Knowledge of land surveying and legal descriptions
- Knowledge of California Coordinate System
- Ability to produce clear, accurate, and professional looking maps
- Ability to make accurate surveying calculations
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with surveying methods, equipment, and procedures
- Familiarity with CAD software
- Knowledge of safety policies and procedures
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Tuition reimbursement
