Survey Analyst

APS (Arizona Public Service)

United States, Arizona, Phoenix

Jan 03, 2025

Arizona Public Service generates clean, reliable and affordable energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state's largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country's fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

Provide quality control to authenticate the accuracy of field surveys in the completion of all daily survey related tasks, which will include but not be limited to: field note reduction, calculations, research, boundary resolution, and plat and map drafting. This position requires field and office experience and strong survey software, AutoCAD, and computer skills. Work is primarily in an office environment but may also require field work.

Minimum Requirements

Six (6) years related experience with a minimum of four (4) years of experience working for an electric utility company in the capacity of Survey Party Chief, Survey/Right-of-Way Representative, or Survey Analyst.

High school/GED.
Bachelor's degree preferred.

Registration in the State of Arizona as a Professional Land Surveyor or Land Surveyor in Training is required. The successful candidate will have demonstrated an ability to handle progressively responsible charge throughout a career. Thorough knowledge of AutoCAD and mapping procedures is required. Thorough knowledge of coordinate geometry software is required. Experience with survey data reduction and adjustment, both conventional and GPS, is required. Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software is preferred, and the ability to learn new techniques and technologies as they emerge is required.

Major Accountabilities

1) Ensure the preparation of accurate and complete survey maps, exhibits, plats, and written legal descriptions.

Performs research on deeds and land surveys and utilizes data collected by APS to determine if any conflicts exist. Determines the most appropriate way to resolve conflicts and ensure accurate survey maps and exhibits.

2) Review and analyze work of survey crews to ensure that field crews are collecting the correct and necessary information and monumentation to produce accurate maps/exhibits. Ensure that field crews are following proper protocol related to land boundary surveys and following the Arizona Boundary Minimum Standards.

3) Analyze title reports and legal descriptions in order to determine if conflict exists between adjacent boundaries i.e. gaps and overlaps, and determines best course of action to resolve.

4) Perform record map and document research to determine boundaries and right of ways in order to produce accurate exhibits/maps and protect APS interests.

5) Provides quality assurance and ensures timely document delivery to maintain project schedules.

6) Perform survey/boundary calculations to support survey crews.

7) Maintain electronic filing system. Assign APS map number and store maps to the department electronic drive to make them part of the APS permanent record. Files completed easement exhibits electronically for multiple customer construction departments and also electronically files mapping products which will be incorporated into the APS GIS mapping system.

8) Perform spatial analysis and assist in GIS development.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).

*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.

*Role types are subject to change based on business need.