Survey Instrument Technician
Job Location:
Tucson, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
Applications received that do not contain a resume and a cover letter with responses to the required questions listed below will be considered incomplete and will not be considered further in this recruitment process.
In your cover letter please ensure to include responses to the following:
provide a summary of your experience with the use of Carlson Survey or equivalent survey software. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience your job title and dates of employment.
describe your experience as an instrument tech on a survey crew. Include the name of the employer(s) where you gained this experience your job title and dates of employment.
you possess a valid and unrestricted drivers license Do you have at least two (2) years of driving experience Have you had a DUI in the past two (2) years
If you possess any of the preferred qualifications listed above and wish to receive consideration for the experience the information must be verifiable in your resume and cover letter.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT: The highest scoring applicants will be invited to participate in an in-person panel interview.
SAVE THE DATE: Interviews will be held August 26 2026 and August 27 2026 as needed.
RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION: If you have any questions please contact Roxie Escarcega at or .
Prepares and operates land survey equipment to measure land area boundaries and topographic features. This is an intermediate level classification within the Survey series. Each level is distinguished by increasing levels of complexity judgement and responsibility as well as defined technical expertise.
Collects field data related to topographical features boundaries and elevations. Records and computes angles distances and elevations from field data.
Sets up calibrates and operates various survey instruments.
Conducts surveys measure and determine features.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned.
Indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical ergonomic or emotional hazardous environment. Ability to Lift 30 lbs. Ability to work in different terrains and extreme weather conditions. Bending crawling stooping standing vision lifting walking etc. This position will be expected to operate a city vehicle. The typical weekly work schedule is four 10 hour days.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Experience: One (1) year of relevant experience
Driving Requirement: Valid and unrestricted Arizona Class D Drivers License
Equivalency: Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidates will possess the following:
1. Proficiency in the use of Carlson Survey or equivalent survey software.
experience as an instrument tech on a survey crew.
View full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands at GradeG106 The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience education/training key skills and internal equity. This position has been designated to require a criminal background City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer. The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive flexible and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being security and future and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical dental vision life disability and FSA coverage surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave paid tuition reimbursement student loan repayment off- and on-the-job training and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship. The city does not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including sexual orientation gender identity and pregnancy) national origin veteran status age disability genetic testing or any other protected you believe you have been a victim of discrimination you may file a complaint with the City of Tucsons Office of Equal Opportunity Programs U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney Generals Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). ADA Accessibility Compliant Form The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at . For general Human Resources questions please contact .
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