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SURVEYOR

City of Long Beach

Long Beach, CAFull-time$41.67–56.63/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$41.67–56.63/hr
Location
Long Beach, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Land Surveyor-In-Training Certificate CaliforniaValid Driver's License

Job overview

City of Long Beach is hiring a SURVEYOR. The City of Long Beach seeks a Surveyor to supervise or perform field survey parties, conducting preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, monitoring and control surveys for engineering projects while maintaining accurate records and data.

Key focus areas include Supervise field survey party or act as one‑person survey party, Conduct preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, monitoring and control surveys, and Collect, download, process, adjust, plot and create digital and hard‑copy records.

Successful candidates bring 2 Years Full-Time Equivalent Experience On A Field Survey Crew, Land Surveyor-In-Training Certificate From The State Of California, and Willingness To Work Nights, Weekends, And Holidays. Important skills include Field Surveying, Preliminary Surveys, Construction Surveys, Hydrographic Surveys, Boundary Surveys, and Control Surveys. Preferred (not required): MicroStation, Inroads, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Field SurveyingPreliminary SurveysConstruction SurveysHydrographic SurveysBoundary SurveysControl SurveysKeeping Accurate Field NotesCollecting DataDownloading DataProcessing DataAdjusting DataPlotting DataCreating Digital RecordsCreating Hard-Copy RecordsUploading DataChecking DataLaying Out DataDirecting Survey PersonnelInstructing Survey Personnel in Safe Work ProceduresCare and Maintenance of Survey EquipmentField ComputationsComplex ComputationsAdjustmentsCreating SpreadsheetsSetting Up DatabasesResearching DeedsResearching MapsResearching RecordsPreparation of Boundary DescriptionsPreparation of Control MapsPreparation of Records MapsPreparation of ReportsReviewing Improvement PlansPreparing Field Layout DataTraining SubordinatesEvaluating PerformanceAssemblage of Survey Instruments and EquipmentSurveying Practice and ProceduresOperation of Instruments and EquipmentReading of Instruments and EquipmentWorking Effectively With OthersMicroStationInroadsAutoCADCivil 3DArcGISTrimble Business CenterSpanishKhmerTagalogLaying Out Data in the FieldField Computations Using ComputersField Computations Using Programmable CalculatorsResearching Other Records for Boundary DescriptionsControl MapsRecords MapsReportsOperating City VehiclesSurveying and Survey Practice and ProceduresOperation and Reading of Instruments and EquipmentSurvey Instruments OperationSurvey Instruments AdjustmentSurvey Instruments CareKnowledge of SurveyingSurvey Practice ProceduresAbility to Work With OthersWillingness to Work Nights Weekends HolidaysBilingual SpanishBilingual KhmerBilingual Tagalog

Qualifications

Two Years Field Survey ExperienceLand Surveyor-in-Training Certificate CaliforniaValid Driver's License

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

SURVEYOR

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SURVEYOR

Salary

$41.67 - $56.63 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

K73NN-26

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Opening Date

07/14/2026

Closing Date

8/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

EXTENDED

Applications are available online beginning Tuesday, July 14, 2026, through 11:59 pm, Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under direction, supervises the work of a field survey party or may act as a one-person field survey party in performing preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, monitoring and control surveys for various engineering projects; keeps accurate field notes and records; collects, downloads, processes, adjusts, plots and creates necessary digital and hard-copy records of data; uploads, checks and lays out data in the field; directs and instructs survey personnel in safe work procedures and the care and maintenance of survey equipment; performs field computations using computers or programmable calculators; uses computers to perform complex computations and adjustments, create spreadsheets and set-up data bases; office duties include researching deeds, maps and other records for the preparation of boundary descriptions, control maps, records maps and reports; review improvement plans and prepares field layout data; trains subordinates and evaluates performance, operates City vehicles as transportation to worksite; other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Candidates must meet ALL the following:

A . Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys.

AND

B . A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required)*

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of assemblage, care, adjustments, and use of all types of survey instruments and equipment.

  • Knowledge of surveying and survey practice and procedures.

  • Skilled in the operation and reading of instruments and equipment.

  • Ability to work effectively with others.

Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

A valid driver's license must be submitted to the hiring department at the time of the selection interview.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with topographic field surveying and computer applications such as MicroStation, Inroads, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, ArcGIS, Trimble Business Center, or other related software

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application......................................................Qualifying

Appraisal Interview…………………………………………………………………..100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on analysis of exam results. The resulting eligible list will remain in effect for at least one year. Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all opencompetitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here: www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.

If you have not received notification within two weeks after close of filing, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We value diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating a workplace where every employee is respected and included. We strive to reflect the diversity of our community at all levels of the organization, promote fair and equitable employment practices, advance equity, and inclusion through our work with staff and community partners, and promote transparency by publishing workforce demographic information, including diversity and pay data by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. K73NN-26 S:SR HR 7/13/2026

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

  • Medical and Dental Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

  • Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

  • Deferred Compensation

  • Credit Union Membership

  • Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

  • Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Free Employee Parking

  • Paid Parental Leave*

*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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INSTRUCTIONS : The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for the position of SURVEYOR. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the selection process. Be specific and detailed in your responses. Certificates should be attached but may not be substituted in lieu of the required application forms (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume"). Please be advised that failure to answer required questions will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. The application and supplemental questionnaire and attachments must be completed and received by the filing deadline. Proof of any required documents must be uploaded to the online application. Please be advised that failure to provide the required documents will result in an incomplete application and will jeopardize your opportunity to be placed on the eligible list. If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM through 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday or email [email protected] and include SURVEYOR in the subject line. Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application and supplemental questionnaire for this job?

  • Yes

  • No

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Candidates must meet ALL of the following: A. Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys. AND B. A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required) * How much experience do you have working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys?.

  • Less than 1 year

  • 1 - 1 year 11 months

  • 2 - 2 years, 11 months

  • 3 years or more

  • I do not have the required experience working on a field survey crew engaged in field surveying and understand selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: (continued) A. Two years of (full-time equivalent) experience working on a field survey crew with substantial experience in field surveying including but not limited to preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys. Please describe in detail your work experience on a field survey crew engaged in field surveying, including preliminary, construction, hydrographic, boundary, and control surveys. To receive credit for the required experience, you must include the following information describing your experience as it relates to the requirements. Do not copy and paste your resume and do not type "see resume". 1) Employer Name 2) Your Job Title 3) Dates of employment (mo/year to mo/year) 4) Scheduled hours per week 5) Duties performed for the position held. Your responses must be complete to receive credit for this experience. Incomplete responses may not receive credit. If you do not have any related experience, indicate with NONE.

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: (continued) B. A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required (proof required) * A valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California is required and must be attached to this application at the time of filing. Do you have a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California and have attached it to this application?

  • Yes, I possess a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California and have attached it to this application

  • No, I do not possess a valid Land Surveyor-in-Training certificate from the State of California or have NOT attached it to this application.

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Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the assemblage, care, adjustments, and use of all types of survey instruments and equipment is required. Briefly describe in detail your knowledge in this area. Your response must demonstrate the knowledge in this area to receive credit. DO NOT copy and paste resume or duplicate answers. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit. If you do not possess this knowledge, indicate NONE.

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Knowledge Skills and Abilities: (continued) Knowledge of surveying and survey practice and procedures is required. Briefly describe in detail your knowledge in this area. Your response must demonstrate the knowledge in this area to receive credit. DO NOT copy and paste resume or duplicate answers. Incomplete responses WILL NOT receive credit. If you do not possess this knowledge, indicate NONE.

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DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Do you possess any of the following Desirable Qualifications? Indicate all that apply.

  • Experience with topographic field surveying.

  • Experience with MicroStation.

  • Experience with Inroads.

  • Experience with AutoCAD.

  • Experience with Civil 3D.

  • Experience with ArcGIS.

  • Experience with Trimble Business Center.

  • None of the above.

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for SURVEYOR, NeoGov Job Number: K73NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link: Local Hiring Preferences (https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences )

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: K73NN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visit Hiring Preferences (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )

. Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

  • I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.

  • I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me. I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: By answering yes, I understand that proof of required documents must be submitted as attachments at the time of filing. I also understand that failure to submit all required documents at the time of filing will result in my application being considered incomplete. Proofs for this position may include: certificates, college transcripts/degrees and/or DD-214 Member 4 Form, if claiming veteran's preference. Please note that candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

For information on evaluation services: Education Evaluation Services (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/jobs/media-library/documents/education-evaluation-services)

  • Yes

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CERTIFICATION STATEMENT: I hereby certify that all information provided in my online application, including the Supplemental Questionnaire, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the department may contact my current and past employers or educators to verify the information that I have provided in my application. I understand that any falsification or omission of material facts disqualifies me from further consideration for this recruitment. To certify the above statement, please type your full name below.

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Employer

City of Long Beach

Department

Multiple Departments - (CL)

Address

Human Resources Department 411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone

(562) 570-6202

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach

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