Construction and field survey technician

In this role, the Construction and Field Survey Technician will perform various duties to support the safety and quality of Wyoming’s transportation system. Under limited supervision, you will conduct surveys and inspections on preliminary designs and ongoing construction projects. Additionally, you will perform material testing to ensure high standards for the state’s infrastructure. This is a chance to contribute to projects that directly impact the community while enjoying the scenic and adventurous lifestyle that Sheridan offers. Apply today to be part of the WYDOT team and enjoy both professional growth and a dynamic outdoor lifestyle!

This position offers:

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** and a salary of between $20.66 and $22.96

• 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

• Organize project records.
• Perform clerical duties as needed.
• Review and check project documentation.
• Inspect construction projects.
• Prepare, review, maintain, and file construction project records, estimates, and reports.
• Perform 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 minor engineering computations such as areas, volumes, material spread rates, etc.
• Test, sample, and report materials proposed to be used in construction projects.
• Review and learn test methods, manuals, and procedures.
• Perform basic engineering calculations.
• Perform testing and sampling on bridges and roadways for analysis.
• Review and learn traffic control methods, manuals, and procedures.
• Set up, maintain, and remove a safe traffic control plan under live traffic conditions.
• Maintain traffic control devices in the field; perform traffic control duties.
• Assist in the investigation of existing roadways for forensic study.
• Assist in gathering samples, providing a safe working zone, flagging, etc.
• Ensure proper equipment and supplies are loaded and in good working condition.
• Perform more complex lab tests of samples and document results for QA/QC purposes.
• Serve as a technical resource for other employees; 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.
• Oversee smaller projects and/or components of larger projects.
• Assist in permitting processes to obtain water, gravel, plant site, and surveying agreements and aid in the renewal and file maintenance of these agreements.

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 Driver's License


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, and ability to perform complicated computer calculations.
• Knowledge of survey methods & ability to apply such as uploading & downloading of survey files.
• Knowledge of computers and calculators.
• Knowledge of surveying.
• Knowledge of contract time, administration & contract changes.
• Knowledge of engineering computations/formulas.
• Knowledge of core drilling equipment, pneumatic & electric jackhammers, and hand tools.

• 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 of time.
• Must be available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.

• 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, 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.