Construction and Field Survey Technician

Buffalo - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 22

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Technician located in Buffalo Wyoming.

Buffalo is tucked away between the rolling plains of the Old West and the towering peaks of the Bighorn Mountains and is a small town living at its finest. Nearby outdoor activities are endless: hunting fishing hiking camping snowshoeing cross-country skiing downhill skiing snowmobiling ATV trails rodeos and a four-star golf course in the heart of town. Billings Montana and its amenities are just over a two-hour drive from Buffalo. And Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax!

Under general supervision the Construction and Field Survey Technician will perform various duties including surveys and inspections on preliminary designs and construction projects and conduct material testing to provide a safe high-quality and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.

This position offers:

**$2000 Hiring Bonus**See notes for eligibility

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Health Dental and Vision Insurance
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Human Resources Contact: Keri Griffith / /

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

Organize project records.
Review and check project documentation.
Prepare review maintain and file construction project records estimates and reports.
Assist with topographic surveys.
Conduct aggregate gradation testing density testing for earthwork and surfacing and concrete testing.
Perform survey tasks such as drive stakes hubs hold tapes hold the rod and instrument operation.
Perform minor surveying computations such as slopes areas volumes cuts fills etc.
Inspect pipe backfill and fill construction.
Inspect paving operations to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Perform basic engineering computations such as areas volumes material spread rates etc.
Perform testing and sampling on bridges and roadways for analysis.
Review and learn traffic control methods manuals and procedures.
Perform more complex lab tests of samples and document results for QA/QC purposes.
Attend and complete all designated training sessions to maintain required certifications and perform inspections.
Communicate internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on smaller projects.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to applicants with experience using the Trimble TS2 data collector and Geopak and Topcon software.

**Agency may require Defensive Driving WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete Asphalt Concrete Soil & Aggregate ACI Concrete Level 2 QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate Asphalt and Concrete. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification Valid Wyoming Drivers License

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of materials testing surveying methods equipment operation or willingness to learn.
Knowledge of construction inspection includes the interpretation of plans and specifications or willingness to learn.
Knowledge of documentation of project records.
Knowledge of effective communication methods with supervisors and contractors.
Knowledge of working towards a leadership role or willingness to learn.
Knowledge of working outdoors and a variety of weather conditions.
Knowledge of material testing ability to perform complicated computer calculations or willingness to learn.
Knowledge of survey methods & ability to apply such as uploading & downloading survey files.
Knowledge of computers and calculators.
Knowledge of surveying.
Knowledge of contract time administration & contract changes or willingness to learn.
Knowledge of engineering computations/formulas or ability to learn.
Knowledge of core drilling equipment pneumatic & electric jackhammers and hand tools or willingness to learn.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Assistant

Certificates Licenses Registrations:
None

OR

Education:

Associates Degree

Experience:

0-1 year of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Assistant

Certificates Licenses Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Potentially exposed to hazardous waste and biological waste.
Workaround high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
Work outdoors in various inclement weather conditions including heat cold wind and moisture.
Physical Ability: bending stooping and lifting up to fifty pounds; safely lifting and moving necessary materials from one point to another; Ability to stand for long periods.
Must be available 24 hours per day 7 days per week 365 days per year.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
- Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
- One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive and funds will be recouped from final pay.
- Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
- Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
- If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Required Experience:

Description and FunctionsOpen Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Technician located in Buffalo Wyoming.Buffalo is tucked away between the rolling plains of the Old West and the towering peaks of the B...