Survey Instrument Technician

Job Number: 25-226

Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Department of Land Use Planning & Zoning

City: Sacaton, AZ

Location: 291 W. Casa Blanca Road

Area of Interest: Surveying

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $20.25 - $25.65 / Hourly

Tribal Driving Permit Required: YES

The Survey Instrument Technician performs technical survey work of average difficulty as part of a survey crew. Survey Instrument Technicians operate electronic measuring, data collecting devices, and other survey instruments in the performance of survey work.

· Operate various surveying engineering instruments such as transit, level theodolite, and electronic distance measuring devices.

· Locate and establish lines, critical points, and angles.

· Establish relationship of surface features with each other by angles, elevations, and distances.

· Dig ground using pick, shovel, and other hand tools to search for and locate survey monuments.

· Cut and remove brush and undergrowth for line of sight.

· Compile notes for level circuits, traverse closures, precise levels, property corners, topography notes, horizontal and vertical curves, and cross-sections for earthwork, calculations and building grades.

· Hold and plumb rod in obtaining elevations and distances; hold survey chain in measuring distances.

· Drive stakes to set grades on construction projects.

· Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

· Knowledge of civil engineering and survey terminology.

· Knowledge of basic construction procedures and techniques.

· Knowledge of procedures and techniques required for the accurate recording of survey data.

· Ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications.

· Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions in the English language.

· Ability to perform algebraic, geometric, and trigonometric calculations.

· Ability to understand and follow standard surveying practices and procedures.

· Ability to exercise sound judgment in completing assignments.

· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

· Ability to travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces at construction sites.

· Ability to measure distance using a tape measure or electronic distance measuring device.

· Ability to prepare accurate survey notes, records, and sketches on work performed or data secured.

· Ability to use a hand held calculator to perform mathematical calculations.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public.

· Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a drug-free workplace.

High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in survey engineering, which includes one (1) year of field experience conducting land surveys which provided knowledge of survey equipment and survey crew activities; or any combination of education, training and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the functions of the position.

· Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application

Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position

Reports to Director or designee

BENEFITS:

The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.

Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)

HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.

Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.25 - $25.65 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• land surveys: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sacaton, AZ 85147: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26