Land Surveyor & Civil Engineering Technician

Description

• Perform field and office survey tasks, including one-person crew operations
• Perform daily construction inspection on WisDOT highway and bridge projects
• Operate Trimble survey equipment including SX10/SX12 total stations, R980/R12i GNSS receivers, and TSC5/TSC7 data collectors
• Process field data and create project deliverables using survey and construction software platforms
• Document field activities, track quantities, and prepare daily reports using WisDOT-approved systems such as AASHTOWare Project
• Conduct or observe material testing including concrete, asphalt, soils, and aggregates in accordance with WisDOT standards
• Interpret plans, specifications, and standards to ensure contractor compliance
• Cookordination with project engineers, contractors, WisDOT staff, and internal teams to resolve field issues and maintain project progress
• Assist with traffic control reviews, erosion control monitoring, and safety compliance
• Support transportation projects for WisDOT and local government clients across Wisconsin

Qualifications

• Education & Experience
• Associate degree in Land Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, or related field
• 2-10+ years of experience on transportation, highway, bridge, survey or construction inspection projects
• Experience with robotic and GPS survey equipment
• Experience with construction inspection practices
• Ability to travel throughout Wisconsin, including occasional overnight stays
• Technical Knowledge
• Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) License or ability to obtain in the future
• Certified Survey Technician (CST) Level 1 or higher
• WisDOT HTCP certifications (Aggregates, Concrete, Asphalt, Density)
• AutoCAD/Civil 3D experience
• Trimble Business Center experience
• Understanding of WisDOT transportation design and construction processes
• Experience with WisDOT fieldwork, inspection documentation, and deliverable creation
• Experience using AASHTOWare Project
• Professional Skills
• Strong oral and written communication
• Strong organization, documentation, and recordkeeping abilities
• Computer literacy, including use of relevant communication, documentation, and file organization software
• Strong math, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Interpersonal & Leadership Skills
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Other
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Authorization to work in the United States for any employer

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits and a generous personal time off program.