Survey Technician

Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for mathematics and geography? We are seeking a skilled Survey Technician to join our team at the Texas Department of Transportation.

The Survey Technician will perform complex surveying work, including conducting GPS research and development surveys, trigonometric and conventional leveling surveys, and technical geodetic and satellite surveys. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of surveying procedures, standards, and instruments, as well as experience with computer-aided drafting and design systems.

• Conducts GPS research and development surveys
• Conducts trigonometric and conventional leveling surveys to determine elevations
• Coordinates with and assists other sections as requested
• Coordinates work for photogrammetry and aerial mapping surveys
• Ensures safety equipment and traffic control devices are set up correctly
• Maintains complex electronic equipment
• Meets with property owners and utility companies to brief them on procedures when surveying near or on their property
• Obtains, processes, and analyzes raw field survey data collected from electronic survey equipment and/or GPS
• Secures maps, plans, and other information for survey projects
• Takes field notes, verifies accuracy of field notes, performs necessary calculations, draws plots, and documents work in the field diary
• Traverses horizontal and vertical control points between GPS control points
• Assists in performing backup and retrieval of GPS data and distributes to internal and external customers
• Assists in planning and scheduling surveying projects
• Determines, coordinates, and sets benchmarks or locates those set by previous surveys
• Assists in moving equipment, barricades, and traffic control devices
• Measures distances
• Operates survey instruments such as level, transit, theodolite, electronic distance meter, total survey station, and data collector
• Performs deed research
• Performs drafting and/or design work
• Reads survey maps and construction plans
• Reviews survey job assignments, coordinates with other sections or district/contracted survey parties, and monitors survey projects to ensure compliance with project specifications
• Selects instruments and equipment needed for the day
• Shoots lines and grades
• Uses a variety of surveying software and related hardware

• High School Grad or Equivalent in general education
• Survey Technician I: NONESurvey Technician II: 1 year surveying, drafting, cartography, mathematics, geography, GIS, construction, or engineering related experience
• Survey Technician III: 2 years surveying, drafting, cartography, mathematics, geography, GIS, construction, or engineering related experience

• Computer-aided drafting and design systems
• GPS, geodetic, and GNSS surveying
• Applicable surveying procedures, standards, and instruments
• Higher mathematics
• Geography
• Automated survey systems
• The Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Performing design/drafting work and preparing plans
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints, and maps
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data, and engineering calculations
• Using surveying tools, equipment, and instruments
• Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports
• Using GPS equipment and software
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Using applicable electronic test equipment
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
• Work in cramped spaces (bend, stoop, crawl) and at varied heights
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour

Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs

Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist

Standing-prolonged periods of time

Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another

Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words

Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Close Visual Acuity-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.

Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.