INTERN-SURVEY TECHNICIAN
Auburnalabama
Apply to this job Auburn, AL, AL, US Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 25, 2026 Last posted May 25, 2026
Job description
<p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify"><em>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. </em></p><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0; text-align: center; padding: 0"><strong>INTERN-SURVEY TECHNICIAN</strong></p><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 6pt; text-align: justify"><strong>Department: </strong><strong>Engineering Services</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 6pt; text-align: justify"><strong>Pay Grade: </strong><strong>Temporary Pay Table</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 6pt; text-align: justify"><strong>FLSA Status: </strong><strong>Non-Exempt</strong> </p><p style="margin: 0 0 6pt; text-align: justify"><strong>Personnel Status: Temporary Part-Time</strong></p><p style="margin: 24pt 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><u>JOB SUMMARY</u></strong></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">This position is responsible for performing technical duties in support of the City’s surveying functions. This position reports to the Survey Manager.</p><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><u>ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS</u></strong></p><ul style="margin-left: -0.25in; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Performs field survey work e.g., topographic surveys, boundary surveys, and as-builts.</li><li>Assists with surveying calculations.</li><li>Keeps inventory and maintains all survey equipment.</li><li>Performs property owner research and various administrative duties.</li><li>Performs other related job duties as assigned. </li></ul><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><u><span style="color: inherit">AGENCY-WIDE COMPETENCIES</span></u></strong></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Professional Excellence</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0">Sense of responsibility and commitment; ability to meet expectations; quality of work output; willingness to admit and correct mistakes.</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Communication</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0">Ability to express oneself clearly, credibly, and respectfully in an appropriate tone; quality of judgment exercised in what information should be communicated; ability to adjust to different communication styles.</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Teamwork</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0">Commitment to team activities; placing value of team success over personal recognition; altruism; impact on team success; willingness to fulfill a variety of roles.</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Engagement</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0">Initiative exercised in solving problems; willingness to take on new responsibilities; acting on opportunities and presenting ideas; modeling a positive attitude and resilience; volunteering for group work; praising work of the city and coworkers; demonstrating pride in public service.</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Public Service</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0">Views citizens as a priority; demonstrates ethical, trustworthy behavior, stands as an example of servant leadership; maintains trust of the Auburn citizens.</p><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><u><span style="color: inherit">QUALIFICATIONS</span></u></strong></p><p style="margin: 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Education and Experience:</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0"><span style="color: inherit">High school diploma or equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</span></p><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Special Qualifications:</span></strong></p><div style="margin: 0"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt; margin-left: -0.25in"><li style="margin: 0">Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. </li></ul></div><p style="margin: 12pt 0 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: </span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.</li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.</li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.</li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Ability to get along with others and work effectively with the public and co-workers.</li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.</li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Ability to use computers. </li><li style="margin: 0; color: inherit">Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively. </li></ul><p style="margin: 0.25in 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><u>PHYSICAL DEMANDS</u></strong></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">The work is medium work, which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee uses tools or equipment requiring manual dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.</p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify"><br></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: center"><strong><u>WORK ENVIRONMENT</u></strong></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">The work is typically performed in various indoor and outdoor environments, occasionally in cold, hot, or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts. Work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.</p>
About this role
Summary
Perform field survey work, assist with calculations, maintain survey equipment, and support city surveying functions.
Job title
intern-survey technician
Experience level
high school diploma or equivalent
Industry
government
Location requirements
Auburn, AL; remote work not allowed.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
driving licensecommunicationteamworkoffice procedurescomputer skills
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
topographic surveysboundary surveyssurveying calculationsequipment maintenance
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Auburn, AL, USA
On-site City