Land Surveyor I - (Land Surveyor I)

State of Illinois; Paris; Sur place; USD 4 000 - 8 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The State of Illinois is seeking a Land Surveyor I to collect and process land survey data. This full-time position offers a starting salary of $4,256 monthly, with opportunities for advancement and comprehensive benefits. The role involves outdoor work and requires a valid driver's license. Join a dedicated team impacting transportation safety and efficiency across Illinois.

Prestations

Flexible schedules

Health and retirement plans

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Current registration as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Illinois or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of land surveying principles and standards.

Responsabilités

• Collect and process accurate land survey data using electronic surveying equipment.
• Analyze land surveying records and assist with preparing right-of-way plats.

Connaissances

Data Analytics

GIS

Quality Assurance

Land Surveying

Precision Measuring Instruments

Project Management

Negotiation

Formation

Bachelor's degree in land surveying

Bachelor's degree in related science with land surveying courses

Outils

Microstation

AutoCAD

Carlson

Description du poste

Agency : Department of Transportation

Position Title : Land Surveyor I

Closing Date / Time : 05 / 21 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary : $4256 Monthly; Full Range : $4256 - $7327 Monthly

Job Type : Salaried

Category : Full Time

County : Edgar

Number of Vacancies : 2

Plan / BU : NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement / labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website.

State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number REQ#44497 IPR#47883

Position Overview

This position is responsible for collecting survey data as a member of a survey crew. The incumbent assists in obtaining field survey data by operating and reading state-of-the-art electronic survey instruments used in conducting route, bridge, hydraulic, and property surveys. Maintains high efficiency in daily field crew operations.

Why Work for Illinois

Working with the State of Illinois reflects our values of compassion, equity, and dedication. Whether improving schools, protecting natural resources, or supporting families, you contribute to something bigger—impacting every resident of Illinois.

We offer jobs that fit your life and schedule, with flexible work options and comprehensive benefits. Our employees can advance their careers, enjoy top-tier benefits, and plan for a lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Collect and process accurate land survey data using electronic surveying equipment.
• Locate and set new alignments and right-of-way positions.
• Place and recover aerial survey targets; collect and process photogrammetric control data using GPS and software.
• Obtain topographic and planimetric data for plans, reports, right-of-way plats, and legal descriptions.
• Maintain surveying instrumentation and equipment.
• Analyze land surveying records and data; assist with preparing right-of-way plats, parcel sketches, and legal descriptions.
• Comply with departmental safety rules and promote fair treatment of all employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Current registration as a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in Illinois OR a bachelor's degree in land surveying from an accredited college/university plus successful completion of the Fundamentals of Surveying exam or Surveyor Intern license, OR a bachelor's degree in a related science with 24 semester hours of land surveying courses plus the exam/license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of land surveying principles, standards, and modern equipment.
• Ability to perform advanced survey work and technical computations.
• Basic skills in preparing right-of-way plats using CADD.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and GPS technology.

Conditions of Employment

• Valid driver's license required.
• Extensive travel, including overnight stays, may be required.
• Physically demanding outdoor work in various conditions, including active construction sites and roadways.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, climb steep terrain, and wade in water.
• Must pass a background check.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks Surveyors to provide safe, cost-effective transportation. We value diversity, ethical standards, and collaboration to meet customer needs. Our benefits include flexible schedules, health and retirement plans, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Join our team and serve Illinois residents and visitors with pride.

Work Hours :

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday

Work Location :

13473 IL Highway 133, Paris, Illinois 61944

Work Office :

Office of Highways Project Implementation, Region 3 / District 5 / Bureau of Program Development

Agency Contact :

Posting Group : Transportation; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Key Skills

Data Analytics, GIS, Microstation, Quality Assurance, Interviewing, Records Management, Land Surveying, Precision Measuring Instruments, Project Management, AutoCAD, Carlson, Negotiation

Employment Type :

Full-Time

Experience :

Years of experience required or preferred not specified

Vacancy :

1

Monthly Salary :

$4,256 - $7,327