Construction and Field Survey Specialist 2026-00347
State of Wyoming, Wyoming, Ohio, United States
Overview
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Specialist located in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Under limited supervision, the Construction and Field Survey Specialist will perform a variety of tasks required to formulate recommendations for the preliminary designs and construction of highway projects to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system. This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; retirement (Pension and 457B plans); flexible schedules and work-life balance options; meaningful work; and more. See notes for eligibility. Human Resource Contact: 307-352-3048 / Terra Poling / terra.poling1@wyo.gov
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! See detailed information or watch a short video to learn about our benefit package
Essential Functions
Performs various tasks, including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs and 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 finals 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.
Qualifications
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; construction trades and practices; Microsoft Word and Excel; engineering and computations/formulas; construction inspection (interpretation of plans and specifications); documentation of project records; communication with supervisors and contractors; working toward a leadership role; material testing; computers and calculators; surveying methods and equipment; ability to apply to upload & download survey files; contract time, administration & contract changes.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Technician.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None.
OR
Associate\'s Degree; 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with 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; stand for long periods. 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 to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. Drug-Free Workplace. Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus are described.
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits and total compensation details available via the links above.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Specialist located in Rock Springs, Wyoming. Under limited supervision, the Construction and Field Survey Specialist will perform a variety of tasks required to formulate recommendations for the preliminary designs and construction of highway projects to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system. This position offers a $2,000 Hiring Bonus. Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; retirement (Pension and 457B plans); flexible schedules and work-life balance options; meaningful work; and more. See notes for eligibility. Human Resource Contact: 307-352-3048 / Terra Poling / terra.poling1@wyo.gov
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future Flexible schedules and work-life balance options Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! See detailed information or watch a short video to learn about our benefit package
Essential Functions
Performs various tasks, including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs and 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 finals 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.
Qualifications
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; construction trades and practices; Microsoft Word and Excel; engineering and computations/formulas; construction inspection (interpretation of plans and specifications); documentation of project records; communication with supervisors and contractors; working toward a leadership role; material testing; computers and calculators; surveying methods and equipment; ability to apply to upload & download survey files; contract time, administration & contract changes.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience Substitution:
2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Technician.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None.
OR
Associate\'s Degree; 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with 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; stand for long periods. 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 to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. Drug-Free Workplace. Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus are described.
Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life. Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits and total compensation details available via the links above.
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