Construction & Field Survey Technician 2025-01428

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Construction and Field Survey Specialist to join our team in Kemmerer, WY. Under limited supervision, you will support the planning, design, and construction of highway projects, contributing to a safer and more efficient transportation system across the state.

Position Highlights:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility)

• Competitive benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • State retirement plan + deferred compensation options

  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

  • A strong culture of public service and work-life balance

Why Kemmerer?

Kemmerer is a charming town known as the birthplace of J.C. Penney and home to FossilFest and the Oyster Ridge Music FestivalWyomings largest free music fest. The nearby Fossil Butte National Monument offers hiking and fossil excavation adventures. Located just two hours from Salt Lake City, Kemmerer combines small-town living with access to big-city amenities. Plus, Wyoming has no state income tax!

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

• Performs various tasks, including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs and the construction of highway projects.
• Responsible for minor construction projects.
• Observes, monitors, and oversees highway and highway-related construction performed by contractors.
• Fields test materials; checks work against specifications and confers with contractors, engineers, and work crews.
• Review highway design plans to verify existing utilities, determine utility conflicts, contact utility companies for notification of highway projects, and confirm utility conflicts.
• Responsible for project documentation, pay estimates, and final contract documents.
• Verifies and documents work activities.
• Regularly monitors and inspects work and calculates the payment of contractors.
• Maintains crew diaries and logs in support of departmental record-keeping and/or contract administration activities.
• Ensure that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audit material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
• Assists in the preparation of recommendations used to design construction projects.
• Anticipates potential problems prior to going to contract.
• Check preliminary plans for errors and problems.
• Communicates both internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects.
• Researches land ownership and contacts landowners to secure permission to enter their land to conduct surveys.
• Prepares and checks the documentation to be sent to the district's final office.
• Oversees minor to more complex construction projects by documenting pay quantities, coordinating subordinates' work schedules, and working with a contractor for quality control.
• Prepares and updates reports as needed.
• Assists and supports the District Land Surveyor and the district administrative personnel.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to applicants with 2-4 years of progressive work experience in roadway construction methods, contract administration, survey experience, and material testing.

**Must have the ability to obtain the following certifications/licenses:
*Valid Driver's License *Defensive Driving
*QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt, and Concrete
*Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate
*WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete
*ACI Concrete Level 2 *American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of project coordination and monitoring. Review design and construction methods.
• Knowledge of construction trades and practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of engineering and computations/formulas.
• Knowledge of construction inspection, which includes the interpretation of plans and specifications.
• Knowledge of the documentation of project records.
• Knowledge of communication with supervisors and contractors.
• Knowledge of working towards a leadership role.
• Knowledge of material testing.
• Ability to perform complicated computer calculations.
• Knowledge of computers and calculators.
• Knowledge of surveying, surveying methods, equipment, and the ability to apply to upload & download survey files.
• Knowledge of contract time, administration & contract changes.

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 Technician
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

OR
Education: Associate's Degree Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Technician
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potentially exposed to hazardous waste and biological waste.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Work outdoors extensively in various inclement weather conditions including heat, cold, snow, and wet.
• Must be physically able to bend, stoop and lift up to fifty pounds; safely lift and move necessary materials from one point to another; ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be available to work Monday through Saturday, 12 hours a day during the construction season.
• Occasional overnight travel is required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.
• 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.

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

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