Survey Technician
Salary
$51,802.31 - $67,343.00 Annually
Location
Cobb County DOT Engineering Division, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05072
Department
Department of Transportation (DOT)
Opening Date
07/21/2026
Closing Date
7/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
109
Position Information
This position is located within the Cobb DOT Engineering Division's Survey Department. It entails collecting essential field data for roadway and infrastructure projects including topography, boundaries, and utilities. It also include processing field collected data, engineering calculations, and resolving right-of-way issues, or undertake other related duties.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This classification differs from Engineering Technician in that its incumbents offer leadership, guidance, and training to less experienced Engineering Technicians, and engage in large-scale and complex projects and systems.
Essential Functions
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work: prioritizes and schedules work activities to meet objectives; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to the director, County administrators, and elected officials.
Receives and responds to concerns, complaints, and inquiries from both internal and external customers; participates in communication and public educational efforts regarding specific assignment areas.
Ensures compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and County regulatory standards and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate Degree in Engineering, Drafting, Surveying, or related field required; supplemented by three years of experience in surveying, drafting, engineering, or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Preferred Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEOC Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience so you have in surveying, drafting, engineering or related field?
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Using the Work History of your application, describe your experience in surveying, drafting, engineering or related field. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have a current and valid drivers license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
Required Question
Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov