Survey Party Technician (Instrument Operator) City of Chesapeake

• 3.6 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $43,645
• $60,000 a year 15 hours ago Qualifications Research High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Position Information Working Title of Vacant Position Survey Party Technician (Instrument Operator) Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS ENGINEERING

Requisition Number 2026335 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule 7 a.m.

• 3:30 p.m. (1/2 hour lunch); Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R
• Routine Pay Grade GE06 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary $43,645
• $60,000; Depending on qualifications and experience.

Job Description Do you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and seeing the direct impact of your work on your community? Are you looking for a career that offers meaningful projects, a supportive team, and a healthy work life balance? The City of Chesapeake Public Works Engineering Division is seeking a dependable, detail oriented Survey Party Technician to join our Survey and Drafting team. As a Survey Party Technician, you'll play a vital part in collecting the data that serves as the foundation for storm drainage, transportation, and infrastructure projects that improve the safety and quality of life for Chesapeake residents. If you're ready to step away from the pressure of a fast paced consulting environment and into a stable career where quality, teamwork, and public service come first, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Conduct topographic, boundary, property line, and construction surveys. Collect, document, and summarize survey data using modern surveying equipment. Prepare drawings, profiles, and field notes that support engineering and construction projects. Compute survey data, including coordinates and curve calculations. Research property boundaries and provide technical support to engineering staff. Operate, maintain, and calibrate surveying instruments. Assist with training team members and maintaining surveying equipment. What We're Looking For Two years of experience in land surveying or a closely related field. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Dependable work ethic and commitment to teamwork. Interest in building infrastructure that benefits the Chesapeake community. Why Choose the City of Chesapeake? At the City of Chesapeake, you'll enjoy meaningful work, outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative team environment built on respect, integrity, accountability, and service. Your work won't just support projects. It will help shape the future of our city. Build the foundation for Chesapeake's future. Apply today for the Survey Party Technician and make your mark where it matters most. The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT

: Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in land surveying, engineering, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Job Open Date 07/10/2026 Job Close Date 07/24/2026 Open Continuous Special Instructions to

Applicants Medical Marijuana:

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy. ADA Checklist Overall Physical Strength Demands Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium

• Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly Physical Demands C = Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Standing Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 lbs Reaching Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Kneeling Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Crouching Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Crawling Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Bending Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Twisting Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Climbing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Balancing Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Vision Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously
• 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used Protective Equipment Required Hard Hat, Work Boots, Reflective Vest Health and Safety D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards N = Never Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description Environmental Factors D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never Dirt and Dust W = Several Times Per Week Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration N = Never Fumes and Odors N = Never Wetness/Humidity W = Several Times Per Week Darkness or Poor Lighting N = Never Primary Work Location Outdoors Non-Physical Demands C = Continuously

• 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never
• Never occurs. Time Pressures Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Occasionally
• Up to 1/3 of the time. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Rarely
• Less than 1 hour per week. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Frequently
• From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s) No Professional References Professional References Please provide contact information for professional references. Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4