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Instrument Operator

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Survey Field Crew Member

Works as a member of a Survey Field Crew under the direct supervision of the Survey Party Chief. Performs boundary, topographic, and other land surveys for Harris County properties and rights-of-way.

Job duties include maintaining supplies and equipment, operating and maintaining survey equipment, working at jobsites that are not easily accessible, reporting survey measurements, assisting with traffic control, maintaining harmonious relationships, and performing other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need special services or accommodations, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. This position is subject to a criminal history check.

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. Only information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Position requires bending, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs.; frequent walking, standing, and sitting; reaching; ascending/descending stairs; ascending/descending channel slopes; and walking across uneven terrain. Subjected to outdoor environment situations and inclement weather conditions on a daily basis. Occasional driving of a vehicle with automatic and four-wheel drive controls.

Featured benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance; wellness; professional development opportunities; flexible spending accounts; 457 deferred compensation plans; retirement pension; transportation assistance; disability and life insurance; and Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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