GPS Field Technician 1 Job at City of Hickory, NC
Description
For doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.
Minimum age of 18. Must possess a minimum of a valid Class "C" driver's license from NC. Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and eighteen gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer functional prework screen and a drug screen. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.
Minimum age of 18. Must possess a minimum of a valid Class "C" driver's license from NC. Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks associated with the field collection of infrastructure GPS data and associated office work interpreting the information collected with other City staff performing computer-aided drafting (CAD), GIS, and surveying services. An incumbent in this position may be designated as CAD/GIS Technician II
Major Duties
- Uses computer equipment, GPS software, and GIS software to produce base maps.
- Performs global positioning system data collection and mapping for inventory of manholes, water valves, water meters, sewer lines, storm drains, and street signs.
- Reviews existing maps, plats, files and Record Drawings to confirm locations of existing infrastructure.
- Collect field location data with hand held GPS device on new infrastructure to become part of the Public Utilities System.
- Researches deeds to determine property line, easements and rights-of-way.
- Maintains various filing systems and indexes of maps and plans.
- Updates filing system by inputting information to Microsoft Excel.
- Assist Public Utilities staff with field location of assets using GPS.
- Responds to citizens' questions and comments.
- Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- After-hours work is required during emergencies, inclement weather and other times as necessary.
- Assists with locating as necessary and takes part in afterhours emergency locate rotation.
Knowledge and Qualifications
- Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of blue print reading.
- Knowledge of surveying methods and practices.
- Skill in the use of GPS and GIS software and techniques.
- Skill in operating standard locating equipment including GPR.
- Skill in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
- Skill in using a variety of drafting, engineering, and surveying tools and equipment.
- Skill in operating a computer.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
Supplemental Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed outdoors in a variety of field conditions. The employee is normally walking, stooping, and squatting on a variety of terrains and occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position has been identified as safety-sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third party vendor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors, where the employee may be exposed to inclement weather and various types of topography.
The City of Hickory provides a generous benefit package, in addition to salary:
- 11 paid holidays
- 12 paid sick leave days per year
- Paid vacation
- City-paid individual health insurance (H.S.A.)
- Low-cost dental and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program – 5 FREE visits
- 11.35% contribution per employee to the NC Local Government Retirement System
- Up to 3% matching contribution to 401k
- Free Life insurance of 1.5 times salary up to ($125,000)
- Tuition Assistance Program
- On-site Wellness Clinic
- A selection of voluntary benefits such as additional life insurance, dependent life, Short-term disability insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance; All at very competitive rates.
- Benefits package valued at over ($12,500) annually.
*Employees working in seasonal/part-time positions are not eligible for benefits.*
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