Construction and Field Survey Specialist 2024-01645

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Construction and Field Survey Specialist 2024-01645

Salary

$22.63 - $25.14 Hourly

Location

Rawlins, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2024-01645

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

07/31/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

TNCF06

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is now seeking a full-time Construction & Field Survey Specialist located in Rawlins, Wyoming. Under limited supervision, the Construction and Field Survey Specialist will perform various tasks required to formulate recommendations for highway projects' preliminary designs and construction to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

This position offers:

$2,000 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 Transportation’s purpose, mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:

  https://www.dot.state.wy.us/home/administration/strategic_performance/mission_vision_values_1.html

  Rawlins is on the rolling plains of the Old West and is a small-town living at its finest. Nearby outdoor activities are endless: Hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, snowmobiling, ATV trails, rodeos, and golfing just to name a few. Seminoe State Park is a short hour's drive away and stocked annually with trout and fighting walleye, and Casper is just under a two-hour drive. Wyoming is one of seven states with no state income tax.

Human Resource Contact:Mandy McMicheal / 307-745-2111 / mandy.mcmicheal@wyo.gov

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 a variety of tasks including surveys, testing, and inspections on preliminary designs, construction of highway projects, and providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system.

• Responsible for minor construction projects.

• Observes, monitors and oversees highway and highway-related construction performed by contractors.

• Field tests materials, checks work against specifications, and confers with contractors, engineers, and work crews.

• Review highway design plans to verify existing utilities, determine utility conflicts, and contact utility companies for notification of highway projects and to confirm utility conflicts.

• Also responsible for project documentation, pay estimates, and final contract documents.

• Directs field survey work, and operates all survey instruments/equipment.

• Verifies and documents work activities.

• Regularly observes work and calculates payment of contractors.

• Maintains crew diaries and logs in support of departmental recordkeeping and/or contract administration activities.

• Oversees minor to more complex construction projects by documenting pay quantities, directing the work schedule of subordinates, and working with contractors for quality control.

• Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.

• Assists in the preparation of recommendations used to design construction projects.

• Anticipates potential problems before going to contract.

• Checks preliminary plans for errors and problems.

• Communicates both internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences, on larger projects.

• Directs workflow.

• Fills the role of Survey Crew Chief.

• Researches land ownership and contacts landowners to secure permission to enter their land to conduct surveys.

• Set up project files and any other document books that will be required during the construction of a project.

• Checks and prepares documentation of pay items used on projects.

• Keeps daily diaries of work progression and problems that may arise.

• Prepares monthly estimates.

• Prepares and checks documentation to be sent to the district finals office.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

**Must have the ability to obtain the following certifications/licenses:

*Valid Driver's License

*QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt and Concrete

*Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate

*WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete

*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 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 upload and downloading of survey files.

• Knowledge of contract time, administration, and 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

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

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 extensively in various inclement weather conditions to include 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.

• Must be available to work Monday through Saturday 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.

• 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 (http://www.uscis.gov/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, and 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

Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) 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.

Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.

There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!

Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers) to learn more!