Surveying & Engineering Technician

Ada County

  • Boise, ID
  • $27.00-33.50 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
$27.00 - $33.50 Depends on Qualifications (DOE)Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community's quality of life. Our Development Services team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing.The generous Ada County Total Rewards package increase the base salary by approximately 40 percent.Our Mission: Development Services staff helps guide growth on behalf of Ada County residents and leaders through every development (and building) activity.Our Vision: Balancing growth for a sustainable future while maintaining the trust of those we serve.Learn more about Ada County Development Servies by visiting our website.POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:Provides technical assistance in the performance of engineering and surveying functions; performs related duties as required. The position is located in the Ada County Development Services Department.DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The incumbent performs complex and varied work under general direction according to pre-defined guidelines.
  • Reviews subdivision and condominium (final) plats and performs closure calculations as required;
  • Performs on site compliance inspections for projects requiring engineering approval;
  • Visits subdivision sites, locates and verifies the presence of required monuments;
  • Assists with the maintenance of survey monument records and assists survey division with data;
  • Participates in conducting field surveys;
  • Makes computer-generated drawings by use of the AutoCAD system as well as Geographic Information Systems;
  • Assists with document filing, retrieval and data input;
  • Promotes public relations and assists the public by answering technical questions related to surveying and engineering.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Performs related functions as required.
  • Certification as Land Surveyor Intern (L.S.I.), or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of engineering and surveying principles, practices, and procedures;
  • Knowledge of drafting principles, practices, and procedures;
  • Knowledge of algebra, trigonometry, and geometry to make and verify calculations;
  • Skill in using current versions of AutoCAD, engineering and surveyor's modules, Microsoft Office products, and Geographic Information Systems;
  • Ability to operate and/or use all types of surveying equipment and materials sufficient to participate in conducting surveys;
  • Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing;
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
  • Work is performed in an office and field setting;
  • May be required to negotiate fences, hazardous or steep terrain with rough, rocky or wet surfaces;
  • Field work requires the employee to move over land and locate survey markers;
  • May be exposed to dogs and/or farm animals, snakes or other similar hazards;
  • May be required to lift up to 40 lbs.
DISCLAIMER:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

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