QUANTITY SURVEYOR ASSISTANT I

Routine technical work in the field of quantity surveying. An employee in this class performs the simple routine duties of quantity surveying such as making arithmetical computations, the taking of field measurements, the abstracting of quantities taken off from working drawings by qualified superiors and the checking of contractors' accounts. Detailed instructions are given on first appointment but after a period of on-the-job training, the employee assumes greater responsibilities and works with less supervision. Work is reviewed by a superior officer for accuracy and compliance with instructions given.