Full Time Hydrographic Surveyor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $41.67 - $56.63 Hourly
Location : City of Long Beach, CA
Job Type: Classified - Full-Time, Permanent
Job Number: K73NN-26
Department: Multiple Departments - (CL)
Opening Date: 07/14/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
DESCRIPTION
Applications are available online beginning Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled. Filing may close without further notice.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Under direction, supervises the work of a field survey party or may act as a one-person field survey party in performing preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, monitoring and control surveys for various engineering projects; keeps accurate field notes and records; collects, downloads, processes, adjusts, plots and creates necessary digital and hard-copy records of data; uploads, checks and lays out data in the field; directs and instructs survey personnel in safe work procedures and the care and maintenance of survey equipment; performs field computations using computers or programmable calculators; uses computers to perform complex computations and adjustments, create spreadsheets and set-up data bases; office duties include researching deeds, maps and other records for the preparation of boundary descriptions, control maps, records maps and reports; review improvement plans and prepares field layout data; trains subordinates and evaluates performance, operates City vehicles as transportation to worksite; other related duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE
Candidates must meet ALL the following:
A Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys.
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B A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required)*
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of assemblage, care, adjustments, and use of all types of survey instruments and equipment.
• Knowledge of surveying and survey practice and procedures.
• Skilled in the operation and reading of instruments and equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with topographic field surveying and computer applications such as MicroStation, Inroads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, or other related software
SELECTION PROCEDURE
EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying
Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a continuous non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list. Applicants receiving Veteran's Credit will be placed on the eligible list first and then in the order in which applications were filed. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by August 20, 2026, will be placed on Test #01 established eligible list.
In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all opencompetitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)
This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:
If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.
EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included. We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, promote fair and equitable employment practices, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender.
The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.
This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
J.O.B. K73NN-26 S:SR HR 7/13/2026
Employee Benefits
The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
• Credit Union Membership
• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
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INSTRUCTIONS :The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for the position of SURVEYOR. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Certificates should be attached but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume").Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.The application and supplemental questionnaire and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline.Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email hr-talentacquisition@longbeach.gov and include SURVEYOR in the subject line.Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

• Yes
• No

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Candidates must meet ALL of the following: A. Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys.ANDB. A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required) *How much experience do you have working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys?.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 1 year 11 months
• 2 - 2 years, 11 months
• 3 years or more
• I do not have the required experience working on a field survey crew engaged in field surveying and understand selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: (continued)A. Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys.Please describe in detail your work experience on a field survey crew engaged in field surveying, including preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys. To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements. Do not copy and paste your resume and do not type "see resume". 1) Employer Name 2) Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Scheduled hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held. Your responses must be complete to receive credit for this experience. Incomplete responses may not receive credit. If you do not have any related experience, indicate with NONE.
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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: (continued)B. A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required) *A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required and must be attached to this application at the time of filing.Do you have a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California and have attached it to this application?

• Yes, I possess a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California and have attached it to this application
• No, I do not possess a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California or have NOT attached it to this application.

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Knowledge Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of the assemblage, care, adjustments, and use of all types of survey instruments and equipment is required.Briefly describe in detail your knowledge in this area. Your response must demonstrate the knowledge in this area to receive credit. DO NOT copy and paste resume or duplicate answers. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.If you do not possess this knowledge, indicate NONE.
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities: (continued)Knowledge of surveying and survey practice and procedures is required.Briefly describe in detail your knowledge in this area. Your response must demonstrate the knowledge in this area to receive credit. DO NOT copy and paste resume or duplicate answers. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit.If you do not possess this knowledge, indicate NONE.
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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:Do you possess any of the following Desirable Qualifications? Indicate all that apply.

• Experience with topographic field surveying.
• Experience with MicroStation.
• Experience with Inroads.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with Civil 3D.
• Experience with ArcGIS.
• Experience with Trimble Business Center.
• None of the above.

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for SURVEYOR, NeoGov Job Number: K73NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link: and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: K73NN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquis