JOB
As a Survey Technician with the Department of Transportation, you will play a key part in gathering the data needed to guide engineering and construction decisions. This role gives you the opportunity to learn specialized tools and work closely with a skilled survey team. Your efforts will help shape roadways, structures, and public spaces across the state. This position is ideal for someone who values precision, teamwork, and meaningful field work.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This role centers on supporting survey operations that guide transportation design and construction projects. As a Survey Technician, you will perform the following duties:
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Instrument Operation: Set up and operate survey equipment for field measurements
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Elevation Work: Determine ground elevations, grades, and benchmarks using levels and related tools
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GPS Usage: Collect mapping and survey grade point locations through Global Positioning System equipment
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Field Calculations: Perform trigonometry and algebra computations and prepare accurate field notes
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Team Functions: Carry out all major survey team roles using both electronic and conventional tools
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Data Processing: Download and edit electronic survey data for engineering and property use
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment
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Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after successful completion of probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Schuylkill Haven. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
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This position will cover Schulykill and Lehigh County.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $45,907 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
