Survey Crew Technician

Agency Safety Division 70000075 Dept of Public Safety Job Classification Title Engineering Technician II (S) Position Number 60032401 Grade NC09 About Us The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. Description of Work About NCEM: The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) is to enhance North Carolina's resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of efficient and effective preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation of all natural and man-made hazards and threats. It is part of the NC Department of Public Safety (NCDPS). About Hazard Mitigation: The primary mission of the Hazard Mitigation Section is to manage and implement efficient and effective disaster recovery programs as authorized under NC General Statute 166A and other relevant legislation. About the Position: The Survey Crew Technician will perform all aspects of geodetic surveying including public trust lands research, county and state boundary surveys, research, and analysis and processing of survey data. The selected candidate may be expected to install antenna mounts on designated structures along with GPS receivers and accompanying hardware, perform maintenance of the Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS), visiting the CORS sites to assist in troubleshooting when problems arise. They will be expected to assist with system upgrades, assist crew members in digging holes, carrying concrete bags from truck to monument site, and/or hand mixing and pouring concrete setting disks to establish new monuments. The Survey Crew Technician will also be responsible for wearing and maintaining required personal protective wear, maintaining and performing daily safety inspections of vehicles, recording findings in vehicle logs and/or safety reports. The selected candidate will assist with the monument recovery process including but not limited to performing the following duties: -Drawing visibility diagrams -Taking photos of recovered monuments -Data entry into Windesc Program -Measuring new references for monument descriptions -Maintaining survey equipment and making necessary adjustments Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $41,206.00 - $55,000.00 Salary Range: NC09 $41,206.00 - $72,113.00 ****This position will close at 11:59pm on 8/3/2026*** **All NCEM new hires are required to work in-office/on-site for the first 90 days of hire** This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator. We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program. DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and parttime work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources . Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application. Management Preferences: -Experience with geodetic and boundary surveys -Experience using Global Navigating Satellite System to perform geodetic and boundary surveys -Experience mixing and pouring concrete, digging holes, installing antenna mounts, and perform physical maintenance tasks as required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. Transcripts · Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and trans