Survey Technician - #2310-238100-01

Introduction Charlotte's local government, with more than 7,000 employees and a $2.39 billion budget, works hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone - a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Charlotte Water is an enterprise department of the City of Charlotte and one of the largest public water and sewer service providers in the southeast with 300,000 customer accounts and over 1000 employees. Our service area includes the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the towns of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mint Hill, Matthews and Pineville.

Charlotte Water's FY 23 budget is $535M and a five-year capital program of $2.5 billion. We enjoy the highest credit ratings from all three major credit rating agencies as a result of sound financial planning and management and strong support from our City Council. We value competent, skilled candidates with a customer service focus to work in a team environment.

Overview The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 15th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 897,000 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation's largest banks and technology companies. Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame.

We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone - a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace. Function This position works with a Party Chief as a member of a Survey Party.

Summary Will operate various survey equipment, including Robotic Total Station, GPS, data collection devices, automatic levels, to accurately locate geographical features, property boundaries, and other features along a proposes Water or Sewer route. Will also be responsible for keeping truck stocked with supplies and ensuring that power supplies are charged each night. This position also uses brush axes, shovels, signage, and other hand tools needed to facilitate a Survey.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Verifies truck is loaded and equipped for each day. Opens and measures depth on Manholes. Puts out "Survey Crew" signage.

Clears debris for clear lines of sight. Finds and uncovers property corners. Places hubs and mag nails as needed, and paints pertinent information.

Ensures all equipment is accounted for and loaded before leaving jobsite. Return all equipment to storeroom at end of day, making sure to put all electronics on charge. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Basic math skills.

Basic Computer skills. Skill in communicating both written and orally. Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public. Ability to work as a team member. Ability to drive and work safely.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is primarily outside and in both very hot and very cold temperatures. This job requires ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Walking relatively long distances is required.

Pulling MH covers is required, as is digging up buried objects, and using tools to cut brush. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED from an accredited school. Three (3) years of related work experience Licenses, Certifications or Registrations: Requires a valid driver's license.

Conditions of Employment The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. How To Apply Apply online. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202.

Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us. Benefits The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees. Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. In Conclusion If you have technical issues submitting your application, click here.