TNCF08-2023-01763-Senior Construction & Field Survey Specialist- Kemmerer

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TNCF08-2023-01763-Senior Construction & Field Survey Specialist- Kemmerer

Salary

$29.70 - $33.00 Hourly

Location

Kemmerer, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2023-01763

Department

045-WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Construction

Opening Date

08/29/2023

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Description and Functions




Open Until Filled


 GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming.  

This position offers a: 

**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

We are seeking a Senior Construction and Field Survey Specialist for the Construction Program in Kemmerer, Wyoming. This position will assist the Resident Engineer in performing advanced engineering tasks. These tasks include planning, directing, and supervising the activities of assigned engineers and technicians; developing engineering project plan specifications and computing construction cost estimates; performing complex highway, bridge, or other structure design work; and reviewing, refining, and approving project design work and ensure compliance with federal, state and local government codes and regulations.


Human Resource Contact:307-352-3048 / Terra Poling / terra.poling1@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

 
  • Performs Contract Administration duties.
  • Conducts a comprehensive verification of design plans and associated documents and submits engineering change proposals when required.
  • Supervises, advises, and schedules crew members.
  • Surveys, tests, inspects, and ensures safety and documentation associated with construction projects.
  • Ensures all construction-related activities are done promptly.
  • Conducts or arranges for crew training in computer software, survey procedures, safety and construction procedures, and practices.
  • Establishes preliminary project cost estimates by reviewing the project scope and estimating quantities.
  • Makes engineering recommendations after the project scope is determined and continually reviews and comments on plans as they develop.
  • Checks documentation and quantities of work for contractor's payment.
  • Coordinated WYDOT projects with other states, federal, city, and county entities, utility companies, and private landowners.
  • Communicate with other WYDOT programs to gather supplemental information to ensure schedules are met.
  • Directs positive public relations with people directly concerned with construction projects, including contractors, suppliers, landowners, businesses, and the traveling public.
  • Partners with contractors at all project phases to ensure that construction projects are completed on time, on budget, at an acceptable quality level, and in a safe manner.
  • Ensures WYDOT standards are being met.
  • Prepares daily and weekly reports.
  • Reviews proposed plans, reports, and data for details, accuracy, completeness, and changes as required.
  • Analyze designs and field verify that the design matches existing conditions.
  • Calculates project quantities, including land area, earth movement, bill of material, and cost estimates, and verifies cost reports.
  • Prepares horizontal and vertical alignment calculations from preliminary survey data.
  • Resolves geometric and trigonometric problems encountered.
  • Annotates aerial photographs, takes measurements, field verifies utilizing survey level, and calculates from photographs.
  • Prepares preliminary designs and makes recommendations for construction projects; develops detailed plans.
  • Oversees moderate to major construction projects by documenting pay quantities, directing subordinates' work schedules, and working with contractors for quality control.
  • Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
  • Responsible for all field survey work.
  • Trains subordinate personnel in proper procedures and methods of inspection, surveying, and documentation.
  • Communicates internally and externally regarding project information and courses of action/consequences on larger projects.

Qualifications


KNOWLEDGE:  

 

  • Knowledge of methods and techniques of surveying and engineering drawing calculations.
  • Knowledge of concepts, principles, and practices of highway engineering and roadway planning, construction, and design.
  • Knowledge of computer software used in the design and calculation of project information.
  • Knowledge in the operation of Trimble Geodometer and GPS equipment.
  • Skills in surveying, material testing, documentation, computer, and calculator operation.
  • Skills in critical thinking and complex problem-solving.
  • Skills in judgment and decision-making.
  • Skills in material testing, including soils and aggregate, concrete, and asphalt.
  • Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and project documentation and ensure contractors adhere to appropriate documentation throughout projects.
  • Knowledge of WYDOT policies, procedures, and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.
  • Knowledge of Standard Plans and their application of them on a site-specific basis. Knowledge of Geopak and Micro-station.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None

OR

Education:
Bachelor's Degree
 
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Construction and Field Surveying) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Construction and Field Survey Specialist

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
 

Necessary Special Requirements


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

  • Ability to work in all weather conditions and terrain.
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work in close proximity to heavy equipment.  


NOTES:

 
  • FLSA:  Non-Exempt
  • Travel is required.  
  • Weekend work is required.  
  • The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
  • 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.
  • 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, 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.


Supplemental Information


045-Department of Transportation - WYDOT-Chief Engineer - District Construction

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3 months)? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A
03
(TNCF08) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Construction and Field Survey? Experience definition: (This experience includes, the following: Surveying, engineering testing, and/or engineering analysis, testing of aggregates, oil & water content Testing of embankment & road compaction, test plant mix density, survey instruments, use of surveying software, hardware, and firmware including Leica Geomatics Office (LGO) and Trimble Geomatics Office (TGO) software, spreadsheet applications, ASCII text files, MicroStation CADD files, and Geopak Survey software. WYDOT's Survey Manual and the Electronic Collection and Transfer of Survey Data manual.)
  • No relevant experience.
  • Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
  • One(1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
  • Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
04
(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
05
(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
  • Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resourses Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other
06
(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
07
(AA) If you anwsered Other, please tell us where.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran
09
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
  • Current State Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above
10
(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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