Construction & Field Survey Technician 2026

State of Wyoming; Jackson (WY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plans

Hiring bonus of $2,000

Job summary

A governmental department in Jackson, Wyoming is seeking a Construction and Field Survey Technician to aid in the planning and construction of highway projects. The role involves inspecting construction sites, performing materials testing, and working in a team to ensure quality and safety. Candidates should have 2-4 years of experience in construction surveying or an Associate's Degree. This position offers a competitive hiring bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in construction and field surveying.
• Ability to obtain relevant Certifications (QC/QA, AASHTO).
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect construction projects and maintain records.
• Conduct materials testing and surveys.
• Oversee smaller projects and communicate with team.

Skills

Surveying methods and equipment operation

Materials testing

Construction inspection

Computer calculations

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Traffic control devices

Construction materials testing equipment

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Construction and Field Survey Technician to join our team in Jackson, Wyoming. In this role, you will play an essential part in the planning, design, and construction of highway projects, helping to ensure a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.

Working under limited supervision, Construction and Field Survey Technicians perform a wide range of duties including surveying, materials testing, and construction inspection. This position is part of a professional team responsible for the development, construction, and oversight of highway projects throughout the region. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working both in the field and in a collaborative team environment while contributing to meaningful infrastructure projects.

Jackson Hole is hopping with activities and wildlife right at your fingertips. Quick trips to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, world-class skiing, biking, rafting, and wildlife viewing are just a few of the outdoor adventures available to residents and visitors alike. Jackson also offers a vibrant community for foodies, artists, and shoppers—unmatched in any mountain town. Commuting over Teton Pass from Idaho is popular among area residents, and Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

Position Highlights

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (see notes for eligibility)
• A strong culture of public service and work-life balance

Benefits

• 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! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Terra Poling / 307-352-3048 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Inspects construction projects.
• Prepare, review, maintain and file construction project records, estimates and reports.
• Perform topographic surveys.
• Conduct aggregate gradation testing, density testing for earthwork and surfacing, and concrete testing.
• Performs survey tasks such as drive stakes, hubs, hold tapes, hold rod, and instrument operation.
• Performs minor surveying computations such as slopes, areas, volumes, cuts and fills, etc.
• Inspects pipe backfill and fill construction.
• Inspects paving operation to ensure compliance with plans and specifications.
• Performs minor engineering computations such as areas, volumes, material spread rates, etc.
• Tests, samples and reports 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.
• 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 in order 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.

PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS

• 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 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 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, 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 surveying.
• Knowledge of contract time, administration & contract changes.
• Knowledge of engineering computations/formulas.
• Knowledge of core drilling equipment, pneumatic & 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.
• 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.
• 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 a variety of inclement weather conditions to include heat, cold, snow and wet.
• Physical Ability: Bending, stooping and lifting up to fifty pounds; safely lift and move 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

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