THE POSITION

If you have a love and knowledge of surveying principles and methods in performing field measurements and computations to determine exact location and dimensions of points, lines, boundaries, contours and areas apply today. Working outside with some office work you will be required to traverse varied terrain and working in many types of weather conditions. Join the District 1-0 Survey crew today and start your new career.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Engineering Technician, you will perform a variety of duties including:

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  Perform beginning level engineering tasks applying survey principles in the collection and reporting of data used to design and construct highway and bridges.
• Assist with setting up, operating, adjusting, and caring for various types of survey instruments. Establish centerline, measures angles, and checks alignments of structures. Stakes out tangents, curve stations, and reference control points.
• Use a level to secure ground elevations, establish benchmarks, and determine grades on roads; operates theodolites, electronic distance measuring equipment, electronic total stations, electronic data collectors, portable computers, and telecommunications equipment.
• Use a variety of Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers and procedures to establish mapping and survey grade point locations. Performs trigonometric and algebraic calculations, prepares field sketches and notes, and rechecks work of others.
• Assist with survey team functions such as automatic level operator, transit operator, data collector operator, electronic total station operator, prism operator, chain person, and rod person using both conventional and electronic equipment.
• Assist with making field decisions as to location and recording of traverse points and topography points.
• Communicate orally and by hand signals and radio with fellow workers. Operate both electronic and conventional instruments used by the Survey Corps to determine elevation, location, and distances in the assigned survey area.
• Perform electronic downloading and editing of survey data utilizing the Department of Transportation Computer Aided Drafting and Design System (CADD).
• Assist with troubleshooting manual and electronic records for neatness, completeness, correctness, and format for use in engineering and property surveys.
• Record survey data by data collector, survey controller, or field notes. Perform math, trigonometry, algebra, and geometry computations.
• Assist the Survey Technician Supervisor in reviewing and checking plans.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Travel and overtime required.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework), on an Adhoc basis. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed Internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Venango County, Oil City PA.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• An associate degree in surveying, drafting, designing, civil, or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

• This particular position requires possession of a valid Class C Pennsylvania driver’s license.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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• Eligibility rules apply.