08 Jun
Construction & Field Survey Technician
Wyoming, Buffalo 00000 Buffalo USA

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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. Under limited supervision, the Construction and Field Survey Technician will perform various duties which include surveys and inspections on preliminary designs and construction projects; and conduct material testing in order to provide a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.

Buffalo is tucked away between the rolling plains of the Old West and the towering peaks of the Bighorn Mountains and is small-town living at it's 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 seven states with no income tax!Human Recourses Contact: 307-674-2318 jamie.chacon@wyo.govESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

  • 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 rod, and instrument operation.

  • Perform minor surveying computations such as slopes, areas, volumes, cuts, and fills, etc.

  • Inspect pipe backfill and fill construction.

  • Inspect paving operation 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; performs 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 documents results for QA/QC purposes.

  • Serve as a technical resource for other employees; attends and completes all designated training sessions in order to maintain required certifications, performs inspections.

  • Communicate both 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 aids in the renewal and file maintenance of these agreements.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

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

Must have the ability to obtain a Valid Driver's License

Must have the ability to obtain a Certificate of course completion in Defensive Driving

Must have the ability to obtain QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt and Concrete

Must have the ability to obtain Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate Certification

Must have the ability to obtain WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete Certification

Must have the ability to obtain ACI Concrete Level 2 Certification

Must have the ability to obtain American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge of materials testing.

  • Knowledge of surveying methods and equipment operation.

  • Knowledge of construction inspection which includes interpretation of plans and specification.

  • Knowledge of documentation of project records.

  • Knowledge of communication with supervisors and contractors.

  • Knowledge of working towards a leadership role.

  • Knowledge of working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

  • Knowledge of material testing.

  • 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Associate's 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

OR

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

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Potentially exposed to hazardous waste and biological waste.

  • Work around high speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

  • Work outdoors in a variety of inclement weather conditions to include heat, cold, wind, and moisture.

  • Physical Ability: bending, stooping and lifting 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 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year.

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Non-Exempt

  • All new hires or rehires starting in a non-exempt position on or after January 1, 2018 are required to be paid hourly.

  • 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.

Supplemental Information

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

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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.

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

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