Survey Technician

Examples of work for this specific vacancy include but are not limited to:

• Performs as survey lead worker in absence of the crew lead.
• 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.
• Sets up and operates global positioning systems and total station instruments.
• 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.
• Processes geodetic control data and performs technical computations.
• Performs file maintenance and back-up of regular and archived mapping files.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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:

• 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).

OR

• 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).

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).

AND

• Valid Class D license
• 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.

How to Apply:

Please Apply Online by 3/04/2025:

• Go to www.mn.gov/careers
• Click “Search open positions”
• Enter the Job Opening ID “84391” 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: Online Job Board - really

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Contact for Additional Information:

Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.28 - $33.98 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, MN 55901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $34