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About this Job Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx DISTRICT 05 - UNIT 170- Monroe- Ouachita Parish The overall function of this position is to serve as the Land Technician is working on a survey crew. These positions are located in D05, U170 in Monroe, Ouachita Parish, LA with the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Surveyor 5. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times without supervision or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise

Minimum Qualifications No experience or training is required. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: The job duties for this position include but are not limited to the following: Contacts property owners along project to advise them of the proposed survey activities and obtains permission to enter upon private property to conduct the survey.

Works as an instrument man or rodman running levels for the establishment of vertical control marks throughout the project, and ensures that all of the GPS control points are leveled in order to utilize the real kinematic GPS survey system. Collection of electronic field survey data based on the three dimensional coordinate system established along the project making sure that sufficient, correct and accurate data is stored to produce an electronic representation of existing topography and digital terrain models. Perform property surveys on all private and public property which will be affected by the proposed construction project.

In the performance of these duties, the technician will operate the following survey equipment and tools: auto-level, total station, GPS, computer, data collector, chains, brush axe, and sharp shooter. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives. Position-Specific Details: Appointment Type: Probational, Detailed to Special Duty, Job Appointment Career Progression: This position is in a Career Progression Group Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks. The following may be required at time of appointment: Class E Driver's License The position requires drug testing Use of surveying equipment such as total stations, levels, data collectors, and GPS instruments Use of a personal computer and calculators Able to perform physical work and deal with exposer to the outside elements Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete

DOTD EMPLOYEES: Refer to appropriate EDSM directive for required structured training requirements and PPM # 59 Workforce Development on training guidelines. Contact Information: For more job specific information, please contact: Larry Decker/Survey Supervisor (318)342-0231 Larry.Decker@la.gov Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services, are available here. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities

DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.