Survey and Mapping Assistant or Survey and Mapping Technician 1 (Instrument Operator)

Survey and Mapping Assistant or Survey and Mapping Technician 1 (Instrument Operator)

Location: 22211 U.S. Highway 19 North, Clearwater, FL 33765

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Surveyors and Mappers play an important role in the lives of all citizens because they are crucial in determining land boundaries and elevations, as well as being essential partners in all phases and types of land development and construction. If you are interested in an exciting career in Surveying and Mapping, working outdoors and being part of a dynamic team, this is a great opportunity for you.

Employees in this class operate various survey instruments in day-to-day operations of collecting data as part of a survey team performing a variety of technical tasks. Work is completed under the direction of a licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper.

The Public Works Survey and Mapping Division has a variety of customers and provides a wide range of products and services with a major focus on supporting the County's Capital Improvement Program. The Division consists of both office and field staff.

We are looking for a candidate that is action-oriented, has good communication skills, is a continual learner and has a can-do attitude. A successful employee in this position will want to learn the functions of the Division and be a real team player.

What Would You Do?

• Primary responsibilities:
  • Operate and care for survey equipment (robotic total stations, automatic and digital levels, GPS units, terrestrial scanners, prisms, tripods, tribrachs, chains, etc.).
  • Assist in establishing project control and utilizing survey equipment to locate topographical features for the preparation of maps, surveys, and exhibits.
  • Access storm and sanitary structures to obtain pipe sizes, inverts, and other information.
  • Use a machete (and other similar equipment) for clearing line of sight in wooded areas.
  • Recover property boundary markers.
  • Establish and maintain safe work zones.
• Additional responsibilities
  • Data processing.
  • Map and plan interpretation.
  • Computations.

What Do You Need To Have?

Survey & Mapping Technician 1 Instrument Operator Requirements (Salary Range: $20.09 - $25.46 per hour):

• Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate.

• Minimum of one (1) year operating, maintaining and calibrating survey instruments such as but not limited to robotic total stations, automatic and digital levels, RTK GPS units, and terrestrial scanners under the direct supervision of a Florida licensed Surveyor and Mapper, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Survey & Mapping Assistant (Entry Position) Requirements (Salary Range: $19.09 - $22.48 per hour):

• Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate.

Additional Requirements:

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Driver's License upon hire with eligibility based upon evaluation of a Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) driving report.

• Ability to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.

· Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of computers (including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Knowledge of the techniques and practices of land surveying and mapping.
• Ability to interpret drawings, deeds and maps.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment.
• Sufficient physical stamina to work long hours outdoors under various field conditions with exposure to traffic, extreme heat and rainfall.

Working Conditions

• Based on the area of assignment, the work ranges from light to medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• Work is typically performed outdoors in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
• Refer to Physical/Mental Demands listed in the links below.

What Great Benefits Do We Offer?

• Our benefits rank among the top in the area! Check it out!
• Looking for a strong retirement? We have you covered as members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) with investment and pension options.
• We have deferred compensation programs and wellness centers to name a few perks. Check out these and more!

Want to Learn More?

Please review the full classification description with the Physical/Mental Demands, Working Conditions, and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities at the below links.

Survey and Mapping Assistant C14

Survey and Mapping Technician 1 C18