Construction and Field Survey Technician 2026-02370

State of Wyoming; Basin (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2,000

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Construction and Field Survey Technician for Basin, Wyoming. This entry-level role supports highway construction, surveys, inspections, and material testing to ensure quality and safety.

The position includes a $2,000 hiring bonus, benefits, paid leave, and flexible schedules. Training will be provided to perform duties under limited supervision and contribute to WYDOT’s mission of safe, reliable transportation for Wyoming communities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 0–1 year of progressive experience in construction and field surveying.
• Alternatively, 2–4 years of related experience in surveying and construction.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects and ensure compliance with plans.
• Prepare, review, and file project records and reports.
• Perform topographic surveys and field measurements.
• Conduct material testing and QA/QC testing.
• Set up traffic control plans and ensure safety in live traffic.
• Assist in permitting, plans review, and design reviews.
• Provide office support and data entry for project records.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and oversee smaller project components.

Skills

Survey methods

Equipment operation

Mathematical calculations

Communication

Outdoor work

Leadership potential

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Core drilling equipment

Pneumatic tools

Electric jackhammers

Hand tools

Calculators

Job description

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a full-time Construction and Field Survey Technician to join our team in Basin, Wyoming. This is an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding career with an organization dedicated to maintaining safe, reliable, and high-quality transportation systems for the people of Wyoming.

Located in the heart of the Bighorn Basin, Basin has been known as the "Lilac City" since its founding in 1896. Surrounded by fertile agricultural land and just minutes from the spectacular Bighorn Mountains, Basin is a community that combines small-town charm with endless adventure. From camping, fishing, and hunting to skiing, snowmobiling, ATVing, hiking, boating, and swimming, the area offers year-round outdoor recreation. Adding to the appeal, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, offering an incredible financial advantage for those who call it home.

As a Construction and Field Survey Technician, you will perform a wide variety of essential duties that directly impact highway construction and design projects. This includes conducting surveys, performing inspections, and carrying out material testing to ensure quality and safety standards are met. Working under limited supervision, you will play a vital role in supporting WYDOT’s mission to provide a transportation system that is safe, efficient, and built to serve Wyoming’s communities for years to come.

This position offers:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

See notes for eligibility

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / [e-mail] / 307-757-4416

Essential Functions

• Inspects construction projects.
• Prepare, review, maintain, and file construction project records, estimates, and reports.
• Perform topographic surveys.
• Conducts aggregate gradation testing, density testing for earthwork and surfacing, and concrete testing.
• Performs survey tasks such as driving stakes, hubs, hold tapes, hold the rod, and instrument operation.
• Performs minor surveying computations such as slopes, areas, volumes, cuts, fills, etc.
• Inspects pipe backfill and fill construction.
• Inspects paving operations to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Performs minor engineering computations such as areas, volumes, material spread rates, etc.
• Tests, samples, and reports of materials proposed to be used in construction projects.
• Reviews and learns test methods, manuals, and procedures.
• Performs basic engineering calculations.
• Performs testing and sampling on bridges and roadways for analysis.
• Provides the office and clerical support to the Administrative program to ensure efficient operation of the office.
• Greets and screens clients and answers phones to determine the needs of clients.
• Accurately maintains files and records; inputs data into databases.
• Provides customer service to customers, clients, and staff, acts as a resource, and explains rules and procedures to co-workers, customers, and/or clients.
• Reviews and learns traffic control methods, manuals, and procedures.
• Sets up, maintains, and removes a safe traffic control plan under live traffic conditions.
• Maintains traffic control devices in the field; performs traffic control duties.
• Assist in the investigation of existing roadways for forensic study.
• Assists in gathering samples, providing a safe working zone, flagging, etc.
• Ensures that proper equipment and supplies are loaded and in good working condition.
• Performs more complex lab tests of samples and documents results for QA/QC purposes.
• Serves as a technical resource for other employees; attends and completes all designated training sessions to maintain required certifications. Performs inspections.
• Communicates both internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on smaller projects.
• Oversee smaller projects and/or components of larger projects.
• Assists in permitting processes to obtain water, gravel, plant site, and surveying agreements and aids in the renewal and file maintenance of these agreements.
• Assists in preparing scoping statements and engineers' recommendations for construction projects
• Assists in reviewing plans, estimates, and summaries during the design of construction projects
• Assists in conducting various traffic studies in accordance with MUTCD and WYDOT standards. Studies include speed studies, intersection turning movement studies, school and pedestrian studies, etc.
• Assist in the administration of highway access and special event permits.

Preferences / Agency Requirements

This is an entry-level position; the department will provide the candidate with proper training to perform all assigned duties for the position.

• Must have the ability to obtain a Valid Driver's License
• Must have the ability to obtain QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt, and Concrete
• Must have the ability to obtain American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Certification

Knowledge

• Knowledge of materials testing, surveying methods, and equipment operation.
• 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 working outdoors and a variety of weather conditions.
• Knowledge of material testing and 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 organizing and prioritizing.
• Knowledge of surveying.
• Knowledge of contract time, administration & contract changes.
• Knowledge of engineering computations/formulas and math skills.
• 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

Physical Working Conditions

• Potentially exposed to hazardous waste and biological waste.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Work outdoors in various inclement weather conditions, including heat, cold, snow, and wet.
• Physical Ability: Bending, stooping, and lifting to fifty pounds; safely lifting and moving 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
• 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.
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• 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.

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

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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