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Survey Technician 2
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A Surveying or Mapping Technician works with surveyors and cartographers to gather data and create maps. Visits sites and records survey measurements and descriptive data. Selects data needed to create maps, including photos, aerial photos and satellite information, and helps produce and update maps that show boundaries or topographical information.
$49,514 / year median in Rhode Island
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Listing ID:
4553361
Job Title:
Survey Technician 2
Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled
Job Location:
Newport
Date Posted:
08/21/2026
Hours Worked Per Week:
Not Provided
Shift:
Not Provided
Duration of Job:
Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months
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Job Summary Survey Technician 2 Print (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/newprint/5449134">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/newprint/5449134) Apply ? Survey Technician 2 Salary $28.31 - $36.93 Hourly Location Lincoln County, OR Job Type Full-Time Job Number 26-66 (313) Department Surveyor Opening Date 08/14/2026 Description Benefits Questions Position Summary The Lincoln County Surveyor's Office is currently looking to hire a Survey Technician 2 OR a Cadastral Surveyor. Please see Cadastral Surveyor Job Post (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/5449091/cadastral-surveyor?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs">https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lincoln/jobs/5449091/cadastral-surveyor?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs) for more information about the Cadastral Surveyor position. All applications will be reviewed. The Lincoln County Surveyor's Office is currently looking for a Survey Technician 2 to join their team. The person in this role will perform land surveying assignments using knowledge of Cadastral and Geodetic surveying under direction of a licensee in the office. They will also work establishing and reviewing Government Corners, maintaining County Geodetic Control Network, and researching records and documents. This position is also responsible for reviewing surveys, partition plats, and subdivisions under ORS 209.250 and 92. $28.31 - $36.93 per hour
•Lincoln County follows Oregon Pay Equity laws in reviewing education and experience for wage offer. Lincoln County offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage 11% County contribution to 401(k) County funded Health Savings Account (HSA) $40,000 County Paid Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) Yaquina Bay Bridge Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities Complete field and office survey work including control surveys; cadastral surveys; corner restoration, and geodetic computations: Conduct research and calculations. Conduct field observations and field and office calculations necessary to generate geodetic control and azimuth marks. Conduct office and field research and apply judgment necessary to locate, evaluate and monument original Public Land Survey System corners. Review surveys, partition plats, and subdivisions under ORS 209.250 and 92. Utilize Global Navigation Satellite System in the design and implementation Geodetic Control Networks, including establishing control monuments, organization of field equipment, and operating satellite surveying equipment: Operate a variety of survey equipment, i.e. Total station, GNSS Receiver, etc. to traverse section lines, run levels, reference and monument corners, and perform control traverse. Operate survey related software for calculations and generation of survey plats (CAD). Maintain accurate notes and documentation on all projects and activities. Research property records, deeds, maps, surveys, field notes and information kept in Surveyor's Office, Clerk's Office, Assessor's Office, Road Department, timber companies and other governmental agencies such as BLM, BPA, Oregon State Forestry, for pertinent information relevant to on-going survey projects. Respond to questions from the public regarding professional and technical survey topics: Provide interpretation of land records, surveys, laws, and regulations. May deal with irate and distraught individuals at times. Typical Qualifications
EDUCATION
High School Diploma... Surveying and Mapping Technicians
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Compensation
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Job Requirements
Experience Required:
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Education Required:
None
Minimum Age:
N/A