At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota’s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.

Working Title: Survey Instrument Tech
Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior OR Transportation Generalist
Agency: Transportation Department

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 05/11/2023
• Closing Date: 05/17/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept
• Division/Unit: Metro / Location Surveys
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Transportation Generalist SeniorSalary Range: $23.61 - $30.60 / hourly; $49,297 - $63,892 / annually
• Transportation Generalist Salary Range: $21.90 - $27.53 / hourly; $45,727 - $57,482 / annually
• Classified Status: Permanent Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: TG 202/AFSCME OR TGS 207/AFSCME
• Work Area: Golden Valley Surveys
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This posting will be used to fill one vacancy. The position is being posted at two levels: Transportation Generalist Senior and Transportation Generalist. If a successful candidate is not found at the Transportation Generalist Senior level, it may be filled at the Transportation Generalist level.

Examples of work for this specific vacancy includes but is not limited to:

• Performs as survey lead worker in absence of the crew lead.
• Sets up and operates global positioning systems, including real time kinematic global positioning systems, total station, or ground based lidar instruments
• Assists survey lead in construction survey office activities, including setup and checking of staking notes.
• Performs set-up, calibration, use and maintenance of survey equipment.
• Assists survey lead in field construction by recovering or establishing horizontal and vertical control, setting and marking stakes, and pounding hubs or setting right of way monuments.
• Assists with investigation and location of lot corners, property monuments, section corners and taking reference ties.
• Field survey of digital terrain models, storm and sanitary sewers, and bridge clearance surveys.
• Communicates with contractors, landowners, consultants and supervisors to report progress or review work assignment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The level of experience to perform this job at the TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST SENIOR level can be achieved with:

The level of experience to perform this job at the TGS level can be achieved with:

• Two years performing survey (e.g., land, location, construction, and/or geodetic control surveys, etc.), mapping or related activities.

OR

• One year of experience performing survey (e.g., land, location, construction, and/or geodetic control surveys, etc.), mapping or related activities; PLUS one year experience performing roadway inspection, design or related activities;
• A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying/Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year experience noted above (in order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two- way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

IF THIS POSITION IS NOT FILLED AT THE TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST SENIOR LEVEL, IT MAY BE FILLED AT THE TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST LEVEL BY UTILIZING THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

The level of experience to perform this job at the TRANSPORTATION GENERALIST level can be achieved with:

• Six months of experience performing survey (e.g., land, location, and construction surveys, etc.), mapping, geodetic or related activities and a combination of six months experience in road maintenance, construction, materials/soils, permits, etc.;

OR

• A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Required for both levels:

• A valid Class D Driver’s License with no major traffic convictions in the past 5 years.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this job will vary, but may require the ability to joint lift up to 150 pounds maximum with frequent moving and/or lifting or otherwise transfer of objects of various weights. This job also may require walking, moving, standing, to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting most of the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls. This job may require strenuous physical labor incuding but not limited to digging, pounding stakes, shoveling, hauling, crawling, bending, pushing, pulling and climbing. For a complete list of physical requirements, please contact Kim Rice at 651-234-7426.

Additional Requirements

Job offers will be contingent on passing the following background checks and screening requirements:

• Sema4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification
• Driver's License Verification

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Kimberly Rice at kimberly.rice@state.mn.us or 651-234-7426.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kimberly Rice at kimberly.rice@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.