Surveyor

Full Job Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for operating surveying instruments to obtain field data necessary to complete land surveys; preparing measurements; staking center lines; and offsets for construction projects.

Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercise no supervision.

Work Location
Northeast Service Center, - 10303 Toolyard, San Antonio, TX 78233

Work Hours
7:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday

Requirements

• Draws and updates maps.
• Interprets and reduces survey field notes.
• Maintains files and records.
• Stakes and measures control points.
• Operates manual and power tools to obtain data, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Locates and identifies property corners.
• Operates survey instruments to obtain field data.
• Obtains measurements by locating lines and points and maintains files.
• Collects survey information and prepares field notes.
• Utilizes a level rod to establish elevations.
• Prepares and maintains inventory of equipment and materials.
• Calculates slopes, curve data, and grade changes.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Two (2) years of land surveying experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Class "C" Drivers License.
  
  

Applicant Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.

One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.

One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.

Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.

If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of land surveying principles and practices.
• Knowledge of survey instruments and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math as applied to survey work.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Ability to operate survey instruments.
• Ability to perform survey computations.
• Ability to prepare field notes.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.