Construction & Field Survey Technician

Basin, WA - 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 currently seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Technician to join our team in Basin Wyoming.

Under limited supervision this position performs a variety of technical duties in support of transportation projects including conducting surveys and inspections for preliminary design and construction activities as well as performing material testing. This role is essential in helping WYDOT deliver a safe high-quality and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.

Basin was established in 1896 as a hub for the regions rich agricultural roots and is known today as the Lilac City and the heart of the Bighorn Basin. Located near the Bighorn Mountains the area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities such as camping fishing hunting wildlife viewing skiing ATV riding snowmobiling hiking boating and addition Wyoming has no state income tax providing a significant financial benefit for residents.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with WYDOT while enjoying the lifestyle and natural beauty of north-central 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

For information on the Wyoming Department of Transportations purpose mission vision and values please visit our website: Click Here

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / /

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

Inspects construction projects.
Prepare review maintain and file construction project records estimates and reports.
Perform topographic surveys.
Conducts aggregate gradation testing density testing for earthwork and surfacing and concrete testing.
Performs survey tasks such as driving stakes hubs hold tapes hold rods and instrument operation.
Performs minor surveying computations such as slopes areas volumes cuts and fills etc.
Inspect pipe backfill and fill construction.
Inspects paving operations to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
Performs minor engineering computations such as areas volumes material spread rates etc.
Tests samples and reports of materials proposed to be used in construction projects.
Reviews and learns test methods manuals and procedures.
Performs testing and sampling on bridges and roadways for analysis.
Reviews and learns traffic control methods manuals and procedures.
Sets up maintains and removes a safe traffic control plan under live traffic conditions.
Maintains traffic control devices in the field; performs traffic control duties.
Assist in the investigation of existing roadways for forensic study.
Assists in gathering samples providing a safe working zone flagging etc.
Ensures that proper equipment and supplies are loaded and in good working condition.
Performs more complex lab tests of samples and documents results for QA/QC purposes.
Serves as a technical resource for other employees; attends and completes all designated training sessions in order to maintain required certifications and performs inspections.
Communicates both internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on smaller projects.
Oversee smaller projects and/or components of larger projects.
Assists in permitting processes to obtain water gravel plant site and surveying agreements and aids in the renewal and file maintenance of these agreements.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

This is an entry-level position; the department will provide the candidate with proper training to perform all assigned duties for the position.

**Must have the ability to obtain a Valid Drivers License
**Must have the ability to obtain QC/QA Certification in Soils and Aggregate Asphalt and Concrete
**Must have the ability to obtain American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification

KNOWLEDGE:

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

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

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

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

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

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-exempt
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.
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
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 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

045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Construction

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 FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is currently seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Technician to join our team in Basin Wyoming.Under limited supervision this position performs a variety of technical duties in...