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Surveying Technician

Minnesota Department of Transportation
Duluth, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

This posting is a multi-level posting for our Duluth Surveys team. If positions are not filled by qualified applicants at the Transportation Generalist Senior level, the positions will be filled at the Transportation Generalist level.

Examples of work for this vacancy at the Transportation Generalist Senior level include but are not limited to :

Surveys :

  • Performs as survey lead worker in absence of the crew lead.
  • Sets up real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
  • Performs data comparison from real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
  • Assists survey lead in construction survey office activities.
  • Performs set-up, calibration, use and maintenance of survey equipment.
  • Assists survey lead in field construction by creating and / or checking survey notes, recovering or establishing horizontal and vertical control, setting and marking stakes, and pounding hubs or setting right of way monumentation.
  • Sets up and operates global positioning systems.
  • Assists with investigation and location of lot corners, monuments and section corners.
  • Processes field data into CADD files for other functional areas.
  • Communicates with contractors, landowners, consultants and supervisors to report progress or review work assignment.
  • Assists in performing 1st and 2nd order geodetic control surveys.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of work for this vacancy at the Transportation Generalist level include but are not limited to :

Surveys :

  • Sets up real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
  • Performs basic data comparison from real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
  • Assists survey lead in construction survey office activities.
  • Assists in the set-up, calibration, use and maintenance of survey equipment.
  • Assists survey lead in field construction.
  • Sets up and operates global positioning systems and base stations.
  • Assists with investigation and location of lot corners, monuments and section corners.
  • Communicates with contractors, landowners, consultants and supervisors to report progress or review work assignment.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Snow and Ice :

  • Maintains roadways for snow and ice control
  • Prepares and inspects winter equipment
  • Performs preseason snow route inspection and performs post storm cleanup
  • Performs winter stockpile setup and transfer of anti-icing and de-icing chemicals
  • Performs all work related to installing, repairing, maintaining, and removing snow fences; replacing mailboxes
  • Maintains documentation on snow and ice data for accurate reporting of inventory and resource management
  • Performs traffic control set-ups and / or provides notification to dispatch of disabled vehicles
  • Why MnDOT?

    We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include :

  • 12 paid holidays per year
  • Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
  • Earn 13 days paid sick time
  • Defined pension plan
  • Paid life insurance
  • Paid parental leave available
  • Some telework may be available
  • And more!
  • Minimum Qualifications :

    Transportation Generalist Senior :

  • Two years of experience performing surveys (e.g., land, location. construction, and / or geodetic control surveys, etc.) and mapping that included utilizing computer-aided drafting and design (CADD).
  • One year of experience performing survey (e.g., land, location, construction, and / or geodetic control surveys, etc.), mapping or related activities; PLUS one year experience performing roadway inspection or design. The two years of experience must have included utilizing computer-aided design and drafting (CADD).
  • Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
  • Please note : A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees : Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).

    Transportation Generalist :

  • Six months of experience performing survey (e.g., land, location, and construction surveys, etc.), mapping, geodetic or related activities and a combination of six months experience in road maintenance, construction, materials / soils, permits, etc.
  • A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees : Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
  • Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
  • Required License :

  • Have and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement and no air brake restriction (or the ability to obtain within 6 months from dates of hire).
  • How to Apply :

    Please Apply Online by 3 / 24 / 2025 :

  • Go to
  • Click “ Search open positions ”
  • Enter the Job Opening ID “84011” in the Keywords search box and click “ >
  • Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
  • Click “ Apply for Job ”
  • When prompted for your Referral Source, please list : Social Media – LinkedIn Job Slot
  • Only applicants received on mn.gov / careers will be considered.

    Contact for Additional Information :

    Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

    Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

    651-370-0971

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