7.1 Interacts with public, contractors and utility representatives to respond to general inquiries, provide information and/or to refer individual(s) to supervisor or other appropriate personnel to resolve issues;
7.2 Frequently interacts with others in the work unit, or across departments, to exchange detailed and/or technical information.8. Responsible for periodically being the designated on-call locator for afterhours, including weekends and holidays.
9. Performs other duties and activities as assigned.The job requires an associate's degree in civil engineering technology, survey technology or a related field and one or more years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. A valid driver's license is also required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities include:
• Knowledge of technical engineering methods, techniques, principles and procedures, particularly surveying techniques and methods;
• Knowledge of design and construction theory and engineering design standards;
• Knowledge of property and engineering maps and records;
• Knowledge of geographical information systems, computer aided drafting and design;
• Skill in performing mathematical computations such as algebra and trigonometry in order to calculate slopes and quantities, such as cut and fill;
• Skill in performing technical engineering procedures such as collecting and documenting surveying data, drafting and designing;
• Skill in operating surveying equipment;
• Skill in communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, contractors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction;
• Ability to interpret, explain and enforce applicable policies and procedures, especially safety;
• Ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions within established guidelines;
• Ability to work independently.
 Most work (95%) is performed in a field environment. Outdoor work involves exposure to all weather conditions, dirt, noise, and fumes. There is frequent exposure to construction equipment and traffic at project sites. The job sometimes involves lifting manhole covers and carrying or setting up survey equipment. Regular daily driving is required. There is considerable attention to detail intermittent need to work extra hours due to contractors having deadlines. Other items are at a more manageable pace. Some weekend work is required.
Stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, repetitive motions pushing, pounding, and crouching.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Administrator retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.