Construction and Field Survey Technician 2026-02514

State of Wyoming; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement plans

FMLA & holidays

Total compensation details

Job summary

Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) in Lander, Wyoming is seeking a motivated Construction and Field Survey Technician. The role involves hands-on field surveys, inspections, and material testing to uphold highway quality and safety standards.

The position is full-time, outdoors, and requires ability to work in varying weather. Entry-level training is provided. A $2,000 hiring bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of progressive work experience in construction and field surveying or an equivalent level.
• Experience with field surveys, testing, and documentation of project records is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications and licenses.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects and ensure compliance with plans and specs.
• Prepare, review, maintain, and file project records, estimates, and reports.
• Perform topographic surveys and field testing for soils, asphalt, and concrete.
• Conduct sampling, testing, and QA/QC documentation for construction materials.
• Assist in permitting processes and manage small projects or components of larger ones.

Skills

Surveying methods

Materials testing

Construction inspection

Fieldwork outdoors

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Survey equipment

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Construction and Field Survey Technician to join our team in Lander, Wyoming! If you enjoy hands-on work, being outdoors, and seeing the results of your efforts make a lasting impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a valued member of the WYDOT team, you will play an important role in building and maintaining Wyoming’s transportation infrastructure. From conducting field surveys and construction inspections to performing material testing, your work will help ensure that highway projects meet quality, safety, and construction standards.

This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, develop valuable technical skills, and contribute to the safe and efficient transportation systems that keep Wyoming moving.

Why Wyoming?

Imagine building a rewarding career in a place where adventure is right outside your door! Wyoming offers more than just a great place to work—it's an incredible place to call home. Enjoy the benefits of no state income tax, access to world-class outdoor recreation, and an exceptional quality of life in a welcoming community. From breathtaking mountain landscapes and endless outdoor adventures to the charm of small-town living, Lander offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal enjoyment.

Take pride in the roads you help build, enjoy the lifestyle Wyoming has to offer, and become part of a team that keeps Wyoming moving.

This position offers a:

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus**

See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• and MUCH MORE!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Jesse Maschke / [e-mail] / 307-568-3427

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, holding tapes, holding the rod, and instrument operation.
• Performs minor surveying computations such as slopes, areas, volumes, cuts, fills, etc.
• Inspect 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 report materials are proposed for construction projects.
• Reviews and learns test methods, manuals, and procedures.
• Performs basic engineering calculations.
• Performs testing and sampling on bridges and roadways for analysis.
• 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 renewing and maintaining these agreements.

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 Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate Certification
• Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate
• WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete Certification
• ACI Concrete Level 2 Certification
• Must have the ability to obtain the 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 the ability to perform complicated computer calculations.
• Knowledge of survey methods and the ability to apply them, such as uploading and downloading survey files.
• Knowledge of computers and calculators.
• Knowledge of surveying.
• Knowledge of contract time, administration, and contract changes.
• Knowledge of engineering computations/formulas.
• Knowledge of core drilling equipment, pneumatic and electric jackhammers, and hand tools.

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 Assistant

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

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

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 fifty pounds; safely lifting and moving necessary materials from one point to another; ability to stand for long periods.
• 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.

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