Field Transportation Surveyor - Highway Survey Crew

State of California; California; On-site; USD 6,300 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

State of California's Caltrans is seeking a Transportation Surveyor to perform professional land surveying in field settings, often along highways and in remote, heavy-construction zones. The role requires adapting to adverse weather, carrying survey equipment, and working near high-speed traffic and heavy machinery.

Candidates must pass the CALTRANS Transportation Surveyor exam and may be evaluated on education transcripts.

Qualifications

• Professional land surveying experience in field settings.
• Ability to work in adverse weather and remote construction zones.
• Valid driver’s license required when operating a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform professional land surveying work as part of a field crew.
• operate cutting tools to clear brush and place survey markers.
• Move across rough terrain and in high-traffic areas with safety precautions.

Skills

Field surveying

Safety awareness

Driving

Weather resilience

Job description

State of California's Caltrans is seeking a Transportation Surveyor to perform professional land surveying in field settings, often along highways and in remote, heavy-construction zones. The role requires adapting to adverse weather, carrying survey equipment, and working near high-speed traffic and heavy machinery.

Candidates must pass the CALTRANS Transportation Surveyor exam and may be evaluated on education transcripts.