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Survey Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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Launch an exciting career that combines fieldwork, technology, and environmental stewardship. The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Survey Technician to support important mining-related projects across Pennsylvania. In this role, you will gather critical survey data that helps address environmental challenges and supports land reclamation efforts. Bring your attention to detail and become part of a team that makes a real difference.

 

 

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

This position supports surveying activities for mining-related projects involving environmental remediation, reclamation, and subsidence concerns. Work includes collecting field data, operating specialized equipment, maintaining accurate records, and supporting high-quality information management. As a Survey Technician, you will perform the following duties:

  • Survey Operations: Operate survey instruments and geospatial equipment to collect accurate field data
  • Data Analysis: Use survey software to calculate coordinates elevations angles distances and control information
  • Field Documentation: Record review and verify field notes to support survey accuracy and project needs
  • Research Support: Gather property ownership deed and project information from county records and other sources
  • Equipment Care: Maintain store and protect survey equipment to ensure reliable performance
  • Knowledge Sharing: Update operational documentation support knowledge transfer efforts and maintain data quality standards


 

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

 

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. 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 Ebensburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
  • Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827 (before taxes). 
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year of experience as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Three years of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments; or
  • One year of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments, and an associate's degree in surveying, drafting, design, civil or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.


 

Conditions of Employment:

  • This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.