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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:

  • Responsible for maintaining ample quantities of supplies, as well as loading and maintaining equipment for the assigned survey crew
  • Operation, handling, and maintenance of survey equipment, including GNSS receivers, Robotic and Conventional Instrumentation, levels, etc.
  • Responsible for getting to and working at jobsites that are not easily accessible either by vehicle or on foot
  • Responsible for reporting survey measurements (angles, distances, coordinates, etc.), and their accuracies to the Survey Crew Chief
  • Assists with traffic control around the survey area
  • Responsible for maintaining harmonious relationships and communicating effectively with co-workers, supervisors, clients, and the general public
  • Performs 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. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and deployment protocols. The employee may be designated as supporting a Mission Essential Function (MEF) and must:

  • Participate in the classification process of departmental staff based on MEF responsibilities. Be available for temporary deployment to an alternative work location, role, or telework assignment during emergency events.
  • Confirm work assignments with their supervisor prior to reporting to any worksite during such events.
  • Remain flexible in assuming alternative duties as directed to support County operations continuity.

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration.

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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