This is semi-skilled technical work assisting on surveying and engineering field projects.

Employees in this class are responsible for utilizing simple engineering and surveying practices in the performance of sub-professional work on engineering field projects. While little independent judgment or action is required, employees are assigned progressively more difficult tasks as experience is gained. Assignments are generally accompanied by specific instructions until routines are thoroughly mastered. Supervision is received from a technical superior who reviews work for compliance with instructions and established procedures.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Serves as a rod-person on a topographic survey crew; operates measuring tapes, chains, rules and rods; sets up range rods, stackers, tripods, targets and prisms; sets up traffic cones and barricades as directed.

Cuts brush and clears line with machetes, axes, chain saws and brush cutters.

Sets nails, spikes, stakes, pipes and sign posts with hammers, mauls, sledge hammers and drivers.

Digs holes with shovels, picks and digging bars.

Opens manholes and measures pipe siszes and inverts.

Operates various leveling rods.

Serves as rod-person and general aide in hydropgraphic surveys; obtains soundings from small boats.

Works inside ditches and trenches measuring pipes and fittings.

Maintains hand tools and surveying equipment; keeps work trucks stocked and clean.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

Some knowledge of simple surveying and engineering instruments, equipment and practices.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to obtain a State of Florida Driver's License.

Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform assigned duties.