Survey Technician

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Ebensburg (Cambria County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Survey Technician to support mining-related projects across the state. You will gather field data, operate geospatial equipment, and maintain accurate records to aid land reclamation and environmental remediation efforts.

Work involves field operations with potential telework up to 3 days weekly. Salary starts at $46,827 with full-time hours; ability to work from the Ebensburg area is expected, and a PA driver's

Qualifications

• One year of experience as an Engineering Technician or equivalent Federal/ Commonwealth title.
• Three years of experience in a survey corps operating standard and electronic surveying instruments.
• One year of experience plus an associate's degree in surveying, drafting, design, civil or engineering technology.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey instruments and geospatial equipment to collect accurate field data.
• Use survey software to calculate coordinates, elevations, angles, distances and control information.
• Record review and verify field notes to support survey accuracy and project needs.
• Gather property ownership deeds and project information from county records and other sources.
• Maintain, store and protect survey equipment to ensure reliable performance.
• Update operating documentation and maintain data quality standards.

Skills

Survey operations

Field data collection

Geospatial software

Instrument operation

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree in surveying or related field

Tools

Geospatial software

Survey instruments

Job description

$46,827.00 - $70,592.00 Annually

Cambria County, PA

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-62342-12220

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP BAMR Cambria Dstr Off

Opening Date

11/09/2026

Closing Date

11/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

12220

Position Number

00091441

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00355401

Bureau / Division

Abandoned Mine Reclamation

Worksite Address

286 Industrial Park Road

City

Ebensburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15931

Contact Name

Rob Konowitch

Contact Email

[e-mail]

THE POSITION

Launch an exciting career that combines fieldwork, technology, and environmental stewardship. The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Survey Technician to support important mining-related projects across Pennsylvania. In this role, you will gather critical survey data that helps address environmental challenges and supports land reclamation efforts. Bring your attention to detail and become part of a team that makes a real difference.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports surveying activities for mining-related projects involving environmental remediation, reclamation, and subsidence concerns. Work includes collecting field data, operating specialized equipment, maintaining accurate records, and supporting high-quality information management. As a Survey Technician, you will perform the following duties:

• Survey Operations: Operate survey instruments and geospatial equipment to collect accurate field data
• Data Analysis: Use survey software to calculate coordinates elevations angles distances and control information
• Field Documentation: Record review and verify field notes to support survey accuracy and project needs
• Research Support: Gather property ownership deed and project information from county records and other sources
• Equipment Care: Maintain store and protect survey equipment to ensure reliable performance
• Knowledge Sharing: Update operational documentation support knowledge transfer efforts and maintain data quality standards

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Ebensburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $46,827 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of experience as an Engineering Technician (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration);
• Three years of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments; or
• One year of experience as a member of a survey corps which included duties operating both standard and electronic surveying instruments, and an associate's degree in surveying, drafting, design, civil or any other appropriate field of engineering technology.

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.