*Performs field survey work including analyzing instrument readings, rod and chain functions, staking and data recording in the form of legible and accurate survey notes; reduces and drafts field notes, as required.
*Records a variety of horizontal and vertical measurements with tapes, electronic distance measuring devices, and GPS equipment; measurements include reduction of slope and layout dimensions.
*Operates levels, robotic total stations, non-robotic theodolite, GPS equipment, data collector, and calculator.
*Performs accurate technical engineering calculations including, but not limited to, distances, ties, angles, areas, and elevations using geometric and trigonometric equations and formulas; performs calculations to ensure closures of traverses and level loops and verifies calculations of others; performs necessary calculations in order to set stakes and hubs for street, utilities, buildings, and other public works projects; computes grades and profiles.
*Performs survey work including leveling; identifies errors in horizontal and vertical positioning in the field and helps to determine the source of the error; sets points; locates and establishes boundaries, monuments, and benchmarks in accordance with state regulations and procedures; performs topographical surveys and construction surveying.
*Reads and interprets engineering construction plans, maps, and specifications; also conducts research to provide complete surveying data and information for field construction and engineering design surveys
*Performs duties working from design drawings, plans, profiles, legal descriptions, and sketches, as needed.
*Analyzes and interprets survey-based technical papers, legal documents, operation manuals, government regulations, and professional journals.
*Prepares routine engineering reports including, but not limited to, cut sheets, field notes and sketches to accompany file survey data; maintains survey control, topographic surveys, construction staking, boundary data, and line work in the data collector and in the citywide network to support City projects.
Prepares City survey maps, easement, and right-of-way maps and City benchmark maps, as required; updates survey maps and files as needed.
*Maintains knowledge of principles, practices, techniques, terminology, and equipment used in survey applications; performs tasks consistent with industry standards.
Maintains knowledge of geometry, algebra, and trigonometry and the techniques and methods for mathematical analysis as they pertain to surveying; applies knowledge to complete survey-level engineering.
*Maintains knowledge of civil engineering principles, public works construction, and current road and utility construction procedures as they relate to surveying.
*Researches boundary, easement, and right-of-way information from multiple sources to complete assigned tasks.
*Maintains City survey records in accordance with required recordkeeping procedures; records and compiles accurate field survey data, both digitally and in legible handwriting for use in engineering documents and construction plans.
*Furnishes information to the public regarding City property boundaries, street right-of-way, and public easements, horizontal and vertical control issues, and related survey matters.
*Completes other field survey tasks under the direction of the Survey Party Chief, as directed.
*Observes appropriate safety regulations.
*Acts as Survey Party Chief during the Chief’s absences.
Presents information in small groups in an effective and professional manner.
*Comprehends and makes inferences from written material.
*Operates a motor vehicle using a standard driver’s license.
*Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
*Works effectively under pressure and with frequent interruptions.
*Completes work and projects in a thorough and timely manner.
*Understands and follows directions from supervisor, posted work rules, and procedures.
*Works courteously and effectively with public officials, citizens, contractors, vendors, developers, supervisor, and other employees, both in person and over the telephone; assisting them with a wide variety of information pertaining to City and department.
*Due to internal and external customer service needs, the incumbent must be able to work a full-time schedule, onsite (appropriate City worksites).
*Shows initiative in performing job functions.
*Performs related work as required.
* = Primary function.
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