Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work efforts responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated. The job description herein provides for the range of duties to be performed for this position. It is not intended to reflect all duties that are required within this position.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES:

Survey Technician I:

The Survey Technician I position is an entry-level work assignment centered on assisting supervisory staff in performing field surveys and learning the fundamentals of the land surveying profession. The successful candidate can expect their duties to include:

• Learning how to survey (begin to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform field surveys with minimal supervision).
• Various manual labor tasks (dig, clear brush, drive stakes, carry survey equipment, etc.).
• Operate basic equipment (prism pole, level rod, tribrach, etc.).
• Stock and Load vehicle (load and unload equipment, supplies, drinking water, and other essential materials).
• Basic maintenance of vehicle and equipment (clean, care for, and safeguard equipment and vehicles).
• Safety (performs work in a safe manner, sets up safety equipment and obeys all safety regulations).
• Perform other work related duties as required.

Survey Technician II:

The Survey Technician II position is a work assignment requiring a minimum of six (6) months of surveying experience. This position is centered on assisting supervisory staff in performing field surveys and learning the fundamentals of the land surveying profession. The successful candidate can expect their duties to include:

• Various manual labor tasks (dig, clear brush, drive stakes, carry survey equipment, etc.).
• Operate basic equipment (prism pole, level rod, tribrach, etc.).
• Operate advanced equipment (begin to acquire experience operating total station, robotic total station, RTK, etc.)
• Stock and Load vehicle (load and unload equipment, supplies, drinking water, and other essential materials).
• Basic maintenance of vehicle and equipment (clean, care for, and safeguard equipment and vehicles).
• Safety (performs work in a safe manner, sets up safety equipment and obeys all safety regulations).
• Perform other work related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Survey Technician I:

The successful candidate must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• The ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• A basic knowledge of mathematical principles with a desire to learn more.
• The ability to learn to operate the instruments and equipment used in land surveying.
• The ability to learn the proper application of the principles and practices of land surveying.
• The ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees, officials and the public.
• The physical strength and agility to perform various labor tasks in all weather conditions and environments.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to thirty (30) pounds.

Survey Technician II:

The successful candidate must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• The ability to continue to gain experience with the goal of acquiring the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform field surveys with minimal supervision.
• The ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of mathematical principles.
• The ability to learn advanced mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, etc.).
• The ability to learn to keep survey notes.
• The ability to learn to operate the instruments and equipment used in land surveying.
• The ability to learn the proper application of the principles and practices of land surveying.
• The ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees, officials and the public.
• The physical strength and agility to perform various labor tasks in all weather conditions and environments.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to thirty (30) pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Survey Technician I:

All applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment.

A comparable amount of related training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications, except licensure.

Survey Technician II:

All applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to secure a valid Florida driver's license at the time of employment.
• Must have a minimum of six (6) months of surveying experience.

A comparable amount of related training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications, except licensure

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Survey Technician I/II:

This position may be required to report for work when a declaration of emergency has been declared in Polk County

Location: Polk County BoCC - Roads & Drainage Division - 3000 Sheffield Road, Winter Haven, FL 33880
Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday - 7:00 A.M.- 5:30 P.M. - May Change Due To Business Needs
Rate of Pay: $10.16 Hourly (Survey Technician I) $11.54 Hourly (Survey Technician II) (Non-Exempt)