Land Surveying Technician (Engineering Technician Iii)

Salary : $63,762.57 - $81,379.33 Annually
Location : Medford, OR
Job Type: Full-Time (with benefits)
Job Number: 2024-00143-01
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 02/07/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Summary
This position is open until filled; for first consideration, apply by Tuesday, February 27th.
Are you ready to take your surveying career to new heights? The City of Medford is seeking a talented and motivated Land Surveying Technician to join our dynamic team.
Contribute to various facets of municipal surveying, including topographic, boundary, construction staking, monument preservation, and more!
If you're passionate, detail-oriented, and thrive in collaboration, seize the chance to make a meaningful impact and advance your skills with us. Apply now!
Required Education and Experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
• Four (4) years of related engineering technical experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, surveying, construction management, computer science, or specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for four (4) years of experience; or,
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as those listed above.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of mathematical concepts and drafting techniques; state and local statutes, codes, and regulations; recordkeeping principles and practices; databases and filing systems.
• Use of computer and other office equipment effectively and efficiently.
• Possession of a valid driver's license by date of hire. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver's license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)).
• Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Successful completion of a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.

Available Schedules:

• 8 hours daily, Monday - Friday
• Opportunity for alternate schedule after the first year of employment:
  • 9-80 (nine-hour workdays with a three-day weekend every other week)
  • 4-10 (four 10-hour days with three days off each week)

May be eligible for the following additional pay (for a maximum of 10% differential):

• 2.5% for GIS Professional Certification
  
• 5% for FE or FS Certificate, Professional Engineer or LS
• 5% for a Master's Degree

The anticipated hiring range for theEngineering Technician IIIposition is $30.66(first step) to $32.19or $33.80(second or third step).Directly related experience and qualifications will be evaluated alongside others who perform work of comparable character as required by Pay Equity Law. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance - policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
• Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City

Retirement Benefits:

• Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
• PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee's (6%) contributions
• Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• The City's Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
• Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7

About the City
Medford is one of the most beautiful areas of the Pacific Northwest and is located in Jackson County, Oregon. Situated in the heart of the scenic Rogue Valley, Medford, population 88,357, is the hub of Oregon's fourth-largest metropolitan area. Located along I-5 in southern Oregon, just 20 miles from the California border, Medford is surrounded by breathtaking mountains in a region featuring world-class outdoor recreation opportunities, including Crater Lake National Park and the Oregon Coast. As the largest city between Eugene and Sacramento, Medford is a growing city with a high quality of life, a growing economy and a moderate climate.
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Examples of Job Duties
These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization. This position:

• Produces, processes, files, and maintains a variety of records, maps, plans, permits, property descriptions and other technical-related information.
• Assists the public with a variety of inquiries and requests for information related to public works services; pursues and resolves citizen complaints in area of expertise.
• Consults with and provides information to contractors, developers, other departments, agencies, and the public.
• Prepares a variety of reports related to activities in assigned area of responsibility.
• Assists in preparing City Council agenda commentaries; attends meetings and represents the Public Works Department.

• Positions assigned to Surveying Services may be responsible for:
  • Performing technical field work utilizing surveying instruments and tools to establish existing grades and topography.
  • Preparing and reducing field survey notes and electronic data into CAD drawings and electronic files.
  • Analyzing and interpreting historical records and other survey data for use in survey boundary resolutions and mapping.
  • Preparing and checking legal and property descriptions.
  • Read and interpret construction plans and calculate grades for roadbeds, storm and sanitary sewer lines, and related utilities for construction layout.
  • Drawing maps and processing electronic data for engineering designs.
  • Maintain GIS database and map layer of public works real property interests.
  • Reviews land divisions for survey specific state and local law conformity.
  • Communicate with engineers, other surveyors, construction contractors, workers, and other members of the public.

Refer toonline job description for physical requirements.
Supplemental Information
IMPORTANT (Please read):

1. It is important your application shows all the relevant experience you possess.
2. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
3. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an online application; an application will be considered incomplete with a "see resume" response.
4. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience as we compare applicants.

How to Apply:

1. Applications are only accepted online and must be received by the posted closing date/time.
2. This position is open until filled. For first consideration, apply by 2/27/24.
3. Selection procedures and timelines subject to change.
4. Those selected must be able to provide proof of legal right to work in this country.

Hiring will be subject to successful completion of the following:

• Criminal history background investigation
• Favorable driving record
• Physical examination
• Clear drug screen following federal law (which includes testing for cannabis)
• Professional reference check

Questions or Assistance:

• If you have questions about the job posting, please contact the Human Resources department at (541) 774-2014.
• For technical assistance completing your online application, please contact Government Jobs at (855) 524-5627.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference during the hiring and/or promotional selection process. As verification of eligibility, a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) must be uploaded with the online employment application. Disabled veterans must also upload a copy of the veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
The City of Medford is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, status as a protected veteran, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
ADA:
The City of Medford complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you consider yourself disabled and require assistance in the application process, please contact (541) 774-2074 or email: ada@cityofmedford.org.
The City of Medford offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package to all full-time employees.
For more details, review the page of our website. This position is in the AFSCME employee group.
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