Land Survey Technician / Engineering Aide Inter

Part-time, unlimited position with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Lands and Minerals in Brainerd. This role is not telework eligible and requires travel.

About the role

The Land Survey Technician performs para-professional technical surveying and engineering work for the Lands and Minerals Surveying Unit, assembling detailed project information for feasibility studies, property surveys, and design development.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate field data is available for the Project Surveyor to complete the project.
• Prepare field notes and hand-drawn sketches to aid drafters in the development of maps.
• Organize, create, and assemble project information for feasibility studies, property surveys, and design development to ensure complete and accurate information is available for property transactions and project designs.
• Maintain supply inventory and equipment as needed.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience with electronic surveying instruments, survey-grade GPS equipment, and survey levels, including knowledge of data collection, compilation, and review of survey data.
• Working knowledge of mathematics, trigonometry, surveying principles, and topographic mapping sufficient for preparing original topographic base mapping and geometric alignments and boundaries with minimal assistance.
• Ability to acquire various types of technical information through fieldwork, research, and communication with vendors and clients, and apply this information to survey, design, and construction work.
• Ability to write clear, concise technical descriptions of base map and proposed construction features.
• Effective communication skills to gather diverse data from various agencies and divisions.
• Unrestricted Class D Driver’s license with a clear driving record; must be at least 18 years old to operate agency vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and work in environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status.
• Must pass a background check, including conflict of interest review, criminal history check, education verification, employment reference/records check, and license/certification verification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience with electronic surveying systems, survey-grade GPS equipment, and survey levels, including knowledge of data collection, compilation, and review of survey data.
• Ability to lead a field survey in the absence of the Survey Crew Supervisor, write clear and detailed survey notes, communicate verbally, and interact positively with private landowners and others.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in determining the most efficient method of completing requested fieldwork or office tasks.

Pay

$23.31 - $32.94 per hour.

Schedule

• Part-time, day shift.
• Days of work: Monday and Friday.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after at least three years of service.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility (for qualifying positions).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, legal issues, and daily living/convenience services.