Land Surveyor/Sr.

MDU Resources Group, Inc.; Glendive (MT); On-site; USD 84,460 - 121,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

MDU Resources Group, Inc. is looking for Land Surveyors in Glendive, Montana, to perform land and route surveys, prepare permit applications, and certify legal documents for construction.

The ideal candidates will have relevant education and experience, including a commitment to safety. Senior role candidates must have extensive experience and multiple state licenses. Attractive salary ranges and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Must possess a working knowledge of land surveying.
• Four years of land surveyor experience for junior role; seven years for senior role.
• Registered PLS and ability to obtain licensure within service territory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and mapping for pipeline construction and relocations.
• Prepare and certify legal documents and permits.
• Consult with contractors and engineers on projects.

Skills

Land surveying knowledge

AutoCad experience

Global Positioning System (GPS) knowledge

Geographical Information Systems (GIS)

Education

Two-year degree in surveying technology or equivalent experience

Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS)

Job description

GLENDIVE ADMIN OFFICE, MT
2010 MONTANA AVENUE
GLENDIVE, MT 59330, USA

Responsible for performing a variety of land and route surveys and preparing various permit applications for the construction or placement of company facilities. Responsible for certifying legal documents and plats. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Land Surveyor ($84,460 - $105,570/yr.)

• Must possess a working knowledge of land surveying at a level normally acquired through the completion of a two-year degree in surveying technology, geomatics or related field or equivalent experience; and
• Four years land surveyor experience; and
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) and the ability to obtain licensure in a state within our service territory within one year; and
• AutoCad and Global Positioning System (GPS) education or experience.

Land Surveyor, Sr. ($97,110 - $121,390/yr.)

• Must possess a working knowledge of land surveying at a level normally acquired through the completion of a two-year degree in surveying technology, geomatics or related field or equivalent experience; and
• Seven years land surveyor experience; and
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in at least three states in our services territory; and
• AutoCad and Global Positioning System (GPS) education or experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Required to maintain PLS license.
• Requires travel: Extensive (50% +).
• May be subject to the Company's random substance abuse testing program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and mapping.
• Pipeline/route surveying experience.
• Registered Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) in a state within our service territory.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct surveys and mapping of routes for new pipeline construction, pipeline relocations and replacements, well locations and tracts of land for WBI Energy Transmission and other business units as requested. Directs WBI Energy Transmission or contract personnel assisting with surveys and mapping.
• Prepares, signs, and certifies legal exhibits, plats, certificates of survey, permits and other legal documents as required by law. Directs professional land surveys performed by company survey personnel.
• Prepares applications and supportive information required for state and federal permits for right-of-way applications, roads and highway crossings, river crossings, etc.
• Prepares designs and drawings for pipeline facilities, e.g. valve assemblies, spans, river crossings, well exhibits, etc.
• Consults with contractors and engineers regarding ongoing projects.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Sign-on Bonus Offered

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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