Survey Party Chief

City of Anaheim, CA; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Survey Party Chief to lead a dynamic field survey crew. This role involves directing various land and construction surveys, ensuring the accuracy of field notes, and utilizing advanced surveying tools like Civil3D and LIDAR. The ideal candidate will have journey-level experience and a California LSIT certification. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality projects that contribute to the community's growth and development. If you’re passionate about surveying and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• Must possess journey level experience in field survey work.
• Knowledge of surveying methods and legal aspects required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise a field survey crew for various surveys.
• Keep accurate field notes and compute angles and distances.

Skills

Surveying Methods

Mathematical Calculations

Field Surveying Techniques

Legal Aspects of Land Surveying

Supervision and Training

Education

California Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) Certificate

Journey Level Experience in Field Survey Work

Tools

Civil3D CAD Software

Trimble Total Stations

LIDAR Scanners

Job description

Salary : $88,816.00 - $107,952.00 Annually

Location : City of Anaheim, CA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2025-00093

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 05 / 02 / 2025

Description

The City of Anaheim Public Works Department seeks an experienced Survey Party Chief to join the Construction Services Division. The Survey Party Chief is considered an advanced journey-level classification and is responsible for the effective performance, training and safety of all members of a field survey crew. A Survey Party Chief is distinguished from the classes of Survey Technician I / II by its sole assignment of surveying duties.

Candidates must possess an equivalent to journey level experience in field survey work and possess a California Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) Certificate. An equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

The Construction Services Division of Public Works provides high quality solution-oriented services in the areas of Capital Public Project Inspection, Survey and Contract Administration, contributing to the physical, social and economic growth of the City of Anaheim. The Construction Services Division is committed to providing innovative construction management, sound engineering principles, interdepartmental participation and teamwork. Come join our team of Construction Professionals working collectively to deliver quality projects for our Anaheim Community.

Surveyor certification pay shall be $500 per year for LSIT Certification upon completion of a 12-month probationary period

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and / or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Direct a survey crew in making a variety of surveys, including land surveys to determine locations of property lines, boundaries, easements, and right-of-way; topographic surveys to determine locations and elevations of existing improvements, structures, and topographic features; construction surveys for improvement projects; survey to establish and adjust elevation benchmarks; and survey to establish and monument street centerlines.

Keep accurate field notes of work performed showing lines, angles, distances, benchmarks, mathematical calculations, and other data pertinent to the field survey.

Compute and adjust angles, distances, bearings, traverses, and elevations.

Operate survey instruments and instruct other crewmembers in their operation, calibration checks and maintenance.

Perform a variety of office surveying duties, including researching existing records and compiling data required for current survey projects.

Process field survey data (electronic and hardcopy) and produce Civil3D computer-aided design (CAD) files for engineering use of the data.

Supervise, train, and evaluate the performance of technical subordinates.

Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

Experience : Candidates must possess an equivalent to journey level experience in field survey work. An equivalent combination of experience and training sufficient to perform the essential job functions and provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Knowledge of : Candidates must have knowledge of surveying methods, practices, and techniques; legal aspects of land surveying; algebra, geometry, and trigonometry; elementary principles and practices of engineering as related to surveying; sources of information concerning previous land surveys; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.

Ability to : Candidates must demonstrate the ability to understand and interpret legal descriptions and record survey maps; understanding and interpreting engineering plans, diagrams, and notes; using and caring for computers and computerized surveying instruments and equipment; making accurate and legible field survey notes; performing complex mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; planning and organizing the work of a field survey crew to achieve optimum efficiency; supervising, training, and evaluating subordinate field survey personnel. Observant of safety procedures to protect crewmembers, inspectors, construction workers, drivers and pedestrians.

License / Certification : Candidates must be in possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License by date of appointment. Possession of a California Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) Certificate is also required.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis.The first review of application deadline will be Friday, May 16, 2025 at 5 : 00 p.m. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

The selection process may consist of, but not limited to a minimum of a written exam and an oral interview.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and / or additional vacancies throughout the City.

Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug / alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.

Communication regarding your application and / or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Anaheim offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefits amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

To view the current benefits summary, visit : https : / / www.anaheim.net / DocumentCenter / View / 30970 / Benefits-Summary-Full-Time

For additional information about the City's benefits, visit : www.myanaheimbenefits.com

RETIREMENT BENEFITS - The City contracts with the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. Retirement formula is based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS.

Note : Pension contribution limitations are set by CalPERS each calendar year, with compensation limit requirements for Public Employee Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) members and Classic members. Employee contributions will be deposited into a 401(a) account after reaching this limit. Employees with CalPERS membership dates prior to July 1, 1996 are not impacted by these limits.

To view the current limits and additional CalPERS information, visit :

Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the application and the responses to the following Supplemental Questions. Failure to fully detail all experience or stating experience in response to the Supplemental Questions but not listing the experience in the application, copy / pasting information, or responses referring to your resume may eliminate you from consideration.

• I acknowledge I have read and understood the above information.

How many years of journey level field survey work experience do you possess?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• At least 1 year, less than 2 years
• At least 2 years, less than 3 years
• At least 3 years, less than 4 years
• At least 4 years or more

Please describe in detail your journey level field survey work experience. Include in your response where and when you obtained this experience. If none, type N / A.

Do you possess a Land Surveyor in Training (LSIT) certification? If yes, please attach your certification to your application.

Please list any land surveying courses or seminars you have completed. If none, type N / A.

Do you have computer-aided design (CAD) experience?

Please describe your computer-aided design (CAD) experience. If no experience, type N / A.

Do you have any experience with LIDAR Scanners, Trimble total stations, Trimble data collectors, Trimble Access software and / or Civil3D?

Please describe your experience with LIDAR Scanners, Trimble total stations, Trimble data collectors, Trimble Access software and / or Civil3D. If none, type N / A.

Do you possess experience planning, assigning, training and reviewing the work of a survey crew?

Please describe your experience planning, assigning, training and reviewing the work of a survey crew. Include in your response where and when you obtained this experience. If none, type N / A.

Do you have a valid California Driver's License?

• No, I am unable to obtain one.
• No, but I am able to obtain one by date of appointment.
• Yes, I possess a valid California Driver's License

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