Job Responsibilities
Draw survey maps from plats, maps, deeds, and surveyor's field
notes using AutoCAD 2002 and Land Development Desktop 3.
Calculate angles, bearings, distances. Plot drawings, deliver
to those who need them in person, by mail, or by email, keep
records. File monthly reports on our section's survey
activities, and file annual performance dimension reports.
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Uppers
Good boss, good people to work with, latitude to do my work as well as I can.
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Downers
Low pay, unreasonable expectations by those who request survey
services, good ole boy system.
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Lifestyle
Work hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with 1 hour for lunch, M-F. Dress: slacks and
collared shirt M-Th, jeans on Friday.
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Compensation
$11.38/hr., life insurance, health insurance, 6.15 hrs. leave
each 2 week payday, one personal day, usual holidays.
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Advice to Jobseekers
Get an associate's degree from a junior college in civil
engineering technology. Update your education as often as
possible. Be determined to get promoted. Promotions are by
testing, not by longevity.
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