Geodetic Survey Technician
Geodetic Survey Technician
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Job Description:
We reward our employees hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Statematched retirement contribution of 156
13 paid holidays
Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
Military leave
Tuition reimbursement program
Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
79 employerpaid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employerpaid $20000 life insurance policy
Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
Training and Development based on your career aspirations
Job security and stability even during times of economic hardship
Employee Assistance Program
Fun inviting teammates
Pay range for a Geodetic Survey Technicianl: $20.023 $29.517 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
*** July 1st pay range increase: $20.474 $30.181 per hour ***
JOB DUTIES:
As a Geodetic Survey Technician you will assist a survey party engaged in all aspects of geodetics preliminary and photogrammetric survey activities. This position is needed to complete a crew of three people. This team is needed to utilize the equipment and staff best to complete the assigned job duties and workload to produce a useful and accurate product for the program in an efficient and timely manner.
- Research and locate existing survey marks; do reconnaissance and set new marks for global positioning system (GPS) surveys.
- Operate instruments used in geodetic surveys such as levels robotic total stations and GPS receivers.
- Download survey data into computers and check field notes for accuracy.
- Set control for aerial photography by setting targets over existing control points.
- Perform conventional and RTK surveys to obtain existing alignment of highways and railroads.
- Preliminary surveys for DTM profile cross sections hydraulic and utility surveys.
- Coordinate and perform surveys with other Divisions Districts Cities Counties utility companies and public entities.
- Train coworkers in the operation of GPS equipment operating digital levels and level rods using prism poles and reflectors and the use of survey hardware/software programs.
- Convert between horizontal and vertical datums using corpscon and vertcon programs.
- Check field data to ensure the survey meets closure specifications.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Posthigh school coursework training or experience in civil surveying or in global position system practices.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with GPS systems geodetic and preliminary survey procedures and the state plane coordinate system.
Other:
- Must have a valid drivers license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
- 50 overnight travel.
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Trimble Business Center basic computer skills and ability to lift 80 pounds climb bend stoop and work long hours in extreme conditions.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
