FORT BEND COUNTY DEPARTMENT: ROAD and BRIDGE JOB TITLE: SURVEYOR/ INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY: Establishes exact measurements and determines property boundaries and right-of-ways. Provides data relevant to the shape, contour, location or elevation of land for drainage channel excavation, construction and other purposes. Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Interprets and adapts design and construction plans from Engineering blueprints to site conditions for bridges, channels and special structures. Gathers and calculates field data for construction equipment operators/contracts and ensures construction work is performed within acceptable limits. Assists other departments and entities in technical surveying work. Plans ground surveys designed to establish baselines, elevations, and other geodetic measurements. Collects field data, profiles and cross-sections of drainage channels and topographic data for engineering design. Operates survey equipment including GPS equipment; performs mathematical calculations; collects, analyzes, and interprets Global Positioning System (GPS) data. Meet with landowners to discuss construction on their property. Instructs all levels of equipment operators and bridge crew of technical data shown in plans for construction projects. Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma/GED. One year job related experience; significant experience in field surveying and construction work preferred. Good verbal and written communication skills. General knowledge of surveying equipment. Good background or understanding of mathematics preferred. Strong organizational skills and ability to deal effectively with the public and other employees. Valid Texas Drivers License.

SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 hourly based on qualifications.

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits. Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.