Western Federal Lands Highway Division is hiring a Survey Technician (GS-0817-10/11)
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• This is a GS-10/ GS-11 Survey Tech Position that is open from 10/31/24-1/31/25.
• The position is based out of Vancouver, WA.
• Salary= $71,033-$101,454 a year depending on qualifications.

​This position is in the Technical Services Branch, Western Federal Lands Highway Division, Federal Highway Administration. They serve as an instrument operator and rodman on a survey crew. This includes, using electronic total stations, levels, global positioning system (GPS), and other modern survey equipment. Performs preliminary and location surveys; records and transmits data for use in design and construction operations. The WFLHD projects are in the Northwestern United States and Alaska.

As a Survey Technician, you will:

• Advise on and resolve difficult and complex, but well-precedented and recurring, challenges involved in survey work, evaluating, and analyzing and how the overall impact.
• Operate modern survey instruments to conduct topographic surveys, bridge site surveys, cadastral and right-of-way surveys, and establish geodetic control networks.
• Operate survey instruments and associated survey equipment as needed for the assignment; identify and correct deficiencies; resolve operational problems that may occur; and ensure appropriate interaction between components.
• Collect data electronically or in field books; make on-site determinations based on data; and act or make recommendations based on preliminary data interpretation or analysis.
• Utilize and maintain a system using modern survey equipment including Total Stations, Scanners, GPS equipment, digital levels, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, bathymetric equipment, data collectors, personal computers, and related software packages to fully automate collection and transmission of survey data into and out of CADD systems.

The ideal candidate for this position has experience in the Geomatics/Land Surveying field working with modern survey equipment to complete topographic-location surveys, construction surveys, route surveys, cadastral surveys, geodetic surveys, and control network surveys. Candidate has performed survey work in a team setting. Desired values in the candidate include self-motivation, versatility, integrity, resourcefulness, a sound work ethic, positive attitude, teamwork, and a strong commitment to provide internal and external service. This ideal candidate would be able to travel up to approximately 75% of the total time and work in remote areas in Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming.

Go here for full listing: www.usajobs.gov/job/816844600

Engineering Technician
Job Number: 2024-53
Classification: Technical Specialist
Closes: Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
Development & Public Works: Community Development Division SEIU Represented

Non-exempt, *Full Benefits
*Benefit enrolled employees and dependents have access to a FREE, on-site health and wellness center.
**Position includes generous medical package to include $1,200 health reimbursement account, sick leave, vacation, holidays, gym membership, and participation in Oregon Public Employee’s Retirement (PERS).

Grades: B22- B24
B22: $25.64- $38.46/ hour (Engineering Technician I: Contributing level)
B23: $28.28- $42.42/ hour (Engineering Technician II: Journey level) B24: $31.11- $46.67/ hour (Engineering Technician III: Advanced level)
Pay dependent on qualifications and based on State of Oregon defined bona fide factors in accordance with Oregon's Pay Equity Act.

Position Overview:
The City of Springfield has an opening for an Engineering Technician in the Development & Public Works Department. The positions will provide support for land development, capital improvements, survey, and real property. Generally, responsibilities will include 1) technical review of plats and floodplain applications, 2) civil engineering field survey, inspections, and CAD design, 3) field and office survey boundary, control and right of way, and4) research real property title and preparing legal documents. 

Training & Experience:
The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.
• Associates degree or two-year technical certification in the field of engineering, geomatics, surveying or a closely related field, and experience as necessitated;
• Engineering Technician I: Minimum of 1 year of general experience in the engineering field. Has limited experience surveying, drafting, and designing. A limited understanding of engineering principles and instruments, construction principles, and design. This level would work on basic engineering designs.
• Engineering Technician II: Minimum of 2-4 years of progressively responsible experience in the engineering field. Has working knowledge of engineering principles, construction principles and instruments. Can operate mostly independently, surveying, drafting, and designing in areas such as streets, sanitary sewer, stormwater, and traffic. This level would be expected to work on moderately complex engineering designs.
• Engineering Technician III: Minimum of 5 or more years of progressively responsible experience in the engineering field. Has thorough knowledge of engineering principles, construction principles, and instruments. Can operate independently, drafting, and designing in the areas such as street, sanitary sewer, and stormwater design and can teach others.
Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience may be considered qualifying. Preferences may be given for knowledge and experience: • AutoCAD Civil 3D • GPS/GNSS (DPGS) receiver-rover/base station • Robotic Total Station

Preference may be given for the following licensing of certifications:
• Land Surveyor Intern or Engineer in Training
• Certified Survey Technician I, II, III, or IV from National Society of Professional Land Surveyors
• ODOT Certifications for:
o General Construction Inspector
o Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete (HMAC) Inspector
o Environmental and Erosion Constructor Inspector
o Traffic Signal Inspector (CTSI)

Licenses & Certifications:
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License at time of appointment.

Selection and Interview Process:
Top candidates will be invited to interview.
As a part of our selection process, it will be necessary for candidates to provide the names and email addresses of up to five professional references (including two managers) that can provide information on work performance. To avoid any delay in the process, we ask candidates to start gathering reference information now (name, email address, contact info and time period you worked together). Additional information regarding reference checking will be emailed to candidates at a later date through the SkillSurvey Pre-Hire 360 system.

All testing and selection processes will be done in accordance with the Oregon Veteran’s Preference in Public Employment Law.

Please do not indicate ‘See Resume’ in the ‘Work Experience’ part of the application. The information you provide in the application ‘Work Experience’ and ‘Job Duties’ will be used to determine if you will proceed to the next phase in the selection process. Information related to education and experience must be verifiable on your application to be given credit.

NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

​How to Apply: Please visit our website at https://www.springfield-or.gov/city/human-resources/careers/ and click “Apply for Jobs” to learn more about this job and how to apply.

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​About Parametrix
​Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions.
We are a team of professionals—engineers, planners, scientists, landscape architects, surveyors, and construction managers dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together.
We are committed to being a Best Place to Work, offering hybrid work environments that promote meaningful connections, support work-life balance, and encourage career development. With excellent benefits, rewards, and an inclusive, collaborative team, we create a supportive and enriching workplace.

About the Role
We are looking for a Survey Field Technician to join our team in Portland, working in the field as part of a 2–4-person crew. This is a hands-on, active position perfect for those who enjoy working outdoors and are looking to gain experience in the field of land surveying. You will report to a member of our Survey team.

You Will

• Work with a crew to perform field surveys for land development, construction projects, and other purposes.
• You’ll help support surveying operations, including setting hubs, moving equipment, and ensuring accurate field measurements are taken.
• Operate and transport survey equipment, such as GPS devices, robotic total stations, and levels.
• Help with collecting accurate data for site surveys.

You Have

• Comfort with physical labor, including lifting and moving equipment.
• A basic understanding of surveying equipment and procedures; we will provide training.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• 1+ years experience in a field crew or construction environment preferred.

Compensation Information: Base salary for this position is in the range of $26-30+ depending on qualifications.

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Why Join Parametrix?
Employee Ownership & Great Benefits: As a 100% employee-owned company, you'll share in and contribute to Parametrix’s success. You’ll earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.
 Our Benefits include:

• Healthcare Coverage (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

​Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work: Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it's hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

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Pay Range:
$38.00 - $46.70 Hourly

Department:
Department of Community Services (DCS)

Job Type:
Regular Represented

Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
November 07, 2024
The Opportunity:
*only apply for this position once*


OVERVIEW:
This Work Matters!

The Department of Community Services is looking to hire a full-time (40 hours weekly) Engineering Technician 3 to act as the Survey Crew Chief.

The Engineering Technician 3 is part of the Multnomah County Survey Section. This section is responsible, among other things, for restoring and maintaining Public Land Corners; reviewing, filing and indexing work submitted by land surveyors; and providing survey support for capital improvement and other county projects. 

In this position you will: 

• Act as the lead crew member of the land survey crew for government corner restoration and maintenance, plat field inspections, and survey work on county roads and bridges
• Keep accurate field notes
• Perform preliminary survey work for construction such as topographical surveys
• Locate and maintain public land corner monuments and references by taking precise measurements and compiling detailed notes for analysis by field and office staff
• Read and interpret construction plans and calculate grades for roadbeds, (e.g., horizontal and vertical curves) storm and sanitary sewer lines and related utilities
• Oversee and direct the work of 1-3 personnel
• Communicate with engineers, other surveyors, construction contractors and workers and other members of the public
• Operate total station, GPS receivers and data collectors
• Drive stakes, iron pipes and iron rods with a sledgehammer, chop heavy brush with machetes, brush hook and chainsaw. Dig asphalt with a jackhammer. Tough hiking with equipment in steep wooded terrain. Use pick and shovel for digging
• Create safe traffic control plans for working in the right of way for the safety of the public and crew
• Drive and maintain survey vehicle, often driving up to 80+ miles per day

Who Are We?
Our department’s mission is to preserve harmony between natural and built environments, keep people and pets safe, and ensure every voice is heard through a diverse group of programs including transportation, land use planning, animal services, elections, and budget and operations support. This department is an incredibly diverse department and your role will be too. 

What We Can Offer You:
With us, you will be challenged. You will be encouraged to excel. You will be given the opportunity to build a rewarding career. And you will be proud to be a part of the Multnomah County Surveyor’s Office. You will become a part of a strong organization dedicated to providing top-notch services to the community. 

At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our website.

This recruitment will be used to fill any current and future full-time, part-time, on-call, temporary and limited duration positions while the eligible for hire list is active.


TO QUALIFY:
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. 

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to an associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in an engineering or surveying technology, construction management, or related field (relevant experience can substitute for education on a year by year basis); AND
• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in land surveying, civil engineering, or a related field
• Valid driver license

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

• Thorough knowledge of land surveying principles and practices
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to operate various land surveying instruments
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Certification as a Land Surveying Intern
• Two years of experience leading survey field crews

*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.  Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

2024 Fall Technical Exchange Meeting
 
Event:             2024 Fall Technical Exchange Meeting, Sponsored by the Cascadia Region of the ASPRS
When:             October 25, 2024
Where:            Water Resources Education Center, Vancouver, WA 98668
Who:               Presentations and workshops by Professionals, Educators and Researchers.

The technical exchange is a one-day event in which local practitioners may present a talk on one of their current or recent projects. This is also an opportunity to learn new techniques, meet new contacts, and refresh old ones. We have some great talks lined up!

Final call for presentations! Presentations can be 5-minute lighting talks or ~20-30-minute presentations with time to allow for questions and discussion. Maximum 1 hour. Projectors and computers will be available.  Registration and onsite lunch will be provided at no cost.

Registration
Here is a link to the eventbrite page. This is a no-cost event, but it will help us plan for food if we get everyone registered. 2024 ASPRS Cascadia Technical Exchange Registration

ASPRS Cascadia is also offering a $300 award for students and emerging professionals to present at a local conference or event. The tech exchange is a great opportunity! For an application, please contact Jimmy at the email below.

If you are interested in presenting, please submit a brief description of your topic to Jimmy Schulz by Friday Sept 27, 2024.  Jimmy’s email address is [email protected].
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Register Here

This position involves working primarily in the field on projects for public agencies, private clients, and other design professionals. The position involves working in a team environment and may include leading a survey crew.

​MINIMUM JOB SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 3 years’ experience as a field survey technician working on land surveying projects.
• Experience in the use and care of standard electronic survey equipment, including field data management procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of survey principles.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess solid communication skills.
• Must be physically fit.
• Pre-employment drug screening required.
• Experience with Leica equipment is a plus

TYPICAL TASKS

• Perform field assignments related to all types of surveys, including boundary, topographic mapping, pipelines, hydrographic, construction and control surveys.
• Accurately operate and maintain survey instruments including levels, GPS devices and total station.
• Performs mathematical calculations. Read and understand survey map data.
• Take accurate and clear survey field notes and perform simple note reduction and checking.
• Assist with project research and management of collected survey data used for the preparation of survey maps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS
At Compass, supporting our employees in their professional growth, regardless of the stage of their career, is most important. Our salary and comprehensive benefit package offer all employees 100% company paid: medical, dental, vision, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, vacation, sick, paid holidays, SIMPLE IRA plan with employer match, and ownership opportunities. Compass Land Surveyors is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ABOUT COMPASS
Compass Land Surveyors has been providing professional surveying services to clients in Oregon and Washington since 1968. We are committed to providing high-quality land surveying services quickly, efficiently and with a high degree of accountability. We offer opportunities to work with a range of clients, including municipalities, counties, school districts, service districts, private developers, contractors, and individuals. Compass enthusiastically embraces challenges as opportunities to resolve problems for our clients – we are looking for energetic new staff to help us flourish in this work. Compass is an employee-owned firm that supports our team members so that they are able to provide individualized attention to each project.

No phone calls please. Please email cover letter, resume and list of references to:
[email protected]

To The Point Land Surveying, LLC, located in Rogue River, Oregon was established in 2012. We are a family-run, well-respected land surveying company. At To The Point, we take pride in offering our client excellent surveying services, in a timely manner, and at a fair price. We work throughout Alaska and Oregon.

​We work on:

• Topographic/Boundary Surveying
• GLO Corner Search
• GPS Horizontal &Vertical Control
• Utility Site & Route Surveys
• Writing Legal Descriptions
• Construction Layout
• Boundary Line Adjustments
• Subdivisions and Partitions
• ALTA’s
• Elevation Certificates and LOMA’s

We have an open position for a full-time Land Surveying Technician. Ideal candidate has 2-3 years of field crew experience. Candidate must also have the ability to work in all weather conditions, outside all day, work safely in traffic conditions. Must have knowledge of Robotic Total Stations, data collectors, basic knowledge of RTK GPS Receivers, Windows and Word applications and some use of AutoCAD. We seek an employee that has a positive attitude, team player, able to pass a background check and has a valid driver’s license.

We live in a beautiful place and find it is a benefit to our employees to offer a flexible work schedule. We offer a good benefit package with vacation, holiday, and sick pay. Compensation is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and skill set.

To learn more about To The Point Land Surveying, LLC and what we do, please visit our website at www.tothepointls.com.

To apply, provide your Letter of Interest, Resume, and 3 references to: [email protected] or send to 230 East Main Street, Rogue River, OR 97537

If you have questions, feel free to call us at (541) 855-4280.

Survey Field Technician
S&F Land Services is looking for a future team member who wants to expand their survey skills, take on more responsibilities, grow as an individual and increase their professional value. We focus on customizing job positions for each team member’s skills and passions - so they can focus on what they do best. 
If you are interested in working for a group who recognizes that the success of the company is based on the success of each of our team members, then let’s sit down and start putting together your plan for a rewarding and successful career.
S&F Land Services is seeking a Survey Field Technician to report from our Bend, Oregon office. We are seeking an individual with a strong work ethic and who thrives in a team environment. Field survey efforts will require working as either a one or two-person crew. 
The successful candidate must possess:

• Strong work ethic
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to travel – approximately 33% of the time
• Must be able to work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
• Capable of hiking/walking short distances in sometimes strenuous and uneven terrain
• Valid Driver’s License

S&F Land Services is looking for someone who is interested inperforming surveys from “field to finish.” The successful candidate would communicate successfully with crew leaders and other project team individuals. S&F Land Services is leading the industry in adopting UAS/drone survey and mapping. The successful candidate will incorporate conventional and remote sensing methods into the daily workflow.
We offer additional mentoring from our 16 Professional Land Surveyors with decades of experience, while allowing the employee some autonomy and freedom to work on schedules that satisfy our project/client’s needs. S&F Land Services offers a competitive benefits package consisting of medical, dental, vision, vacation and holiday pay, and 401k Investment Plan (company matching).
S&F Land Services is a growing Survey and Remote Sensing firm with offices located throughout the Pacific Northwest and Southwest, led by energetic, innovative licensed Professional Land Surveyors who pride themselves on providing excellent work environments, customer service to engineers, project owners and representatives, and public infrastructure agencies at City, State and Federal levels. We have a passion for the noble profession of land surveying and it shows in our communication and deliverable.

If interested, send a note to general inquiry via:
https://www.sflands.com/contact.html

Hickman, Williams & Associates, Inc. (HWA) is currently seeking an experienced Survey Crew Chief to join our team in Bend, Oregon. We are a civil engineering, surveying, and land use planning firm established in Bend for nearly 37 years, specializing in private land development and public improvement projects. We offer a competitive salary, medical/dental insurance, paid vacation/holidays, flexible work hours and a 401k program with employer matching.

​Job Summary:
This is a full-time position working primarily in the field. The successful candidate will have the ability and technical skills to work independently in the field functioning as a 1-person crew. Typical responsibilities will include:

•        Construction staking and calculations
•        Field collection of topographic survey data
•        Boundary surveying and monumentation
•        Processing and managing survey data

The ideal candidate will be familiar Trimble GPS and robotic field equipment, Trimble Access field software, Trimble Business Center, or be willing to train with the Trimble equipment platform.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• 2+ Years of land surveying field experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficient with robotic total stations and GPS, preferably Trimble.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team player.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good note-taking skills and hand-writing.

Compensation:
HWA offers an attractive compensation package in an exceptional work environment that includes:

• Competitive base pay with 1-year reviews, with opportunity for pay increase
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Above industry standard health insurance coverage
• A 401k retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Flexible work schedule

Job Type: Full-time
Pay for this position ranges between $70k to $90k annually, DOE.
Please send resume to [email protected] or contact us at:

HWA
62930 OB Riley Road, Suite 100
Bend, OR 97703
(541) 389-9351