Description
About WSDOT
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world’s widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Technician 3 (TT3) to support the survey activities in the Olympic Region (OR) and the Right of Way Plans Office both in field mapping, staking and survey data processing. The Survey Technician provides quality survey data, which is required as a first step to develop engineering and eventually construction plans for WSDOT. The survey data provided improves the safety, quality, and capacity of Washington State’s Transportation system by providing data for contract plans development. This position will be expected to exercise initiative and judgement in carrying out assignments according to established policies, procedures, and standards.
This position supports the agency’s strategic plan and goal areas of 1) Workforce Development, by influencing a workplace that supports and promotes training and development for professional growth and upward mobility; 2) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, by creating, influencing, and fostering a physically and psychologically safe workplace where all employees feel that they belong; and 3) Resilience, by ensuring, through adherence to WSDOT policies, that work functions performed are administered to the expected quality, safety, and stewardship standards to support Washington’s long-term resilience.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Survey Technician will:
- Serve as a survey party crew member, setting horizontal and vertical control, compiling notes for surveying activities.
- Operate Total Station, Data Collector, Global Positioning System (GPS), Real Time Kinematic (RTK), Levels and other survey instruments.
- Stake Right of Way, locate monuments and complete construction staking.
- Download and upload data; edit daily files and modify them; maintain files; and collaborate with team lead in reviewing data to create quality survey deliverables.
- Perform other duties in support of survey operations, including but not limited to reproducing, organizing, and maintaining engineering documents and assisting with archiving of engineering documents.
Survey work is performed outdoors in inclement weather and requires ability to traverse steep and uneven terrain.
Qualifications
This position has been approved for in-training. The hiring manager is looking to hire at the Transportation Technician 3 (TT3) level; however the in-training plan will allow candidates to be considered as a Transportation Technician 2 (TT2) or Transportation Technician 1 (TT1) levels.
To be considered for this opportunity one of the following competencies are required:
- Applied Technical Engineering Skills: Ability to perform basic technical engineering tasks under guidance, such as data collection, field inspections, material testing, or plan review—comparable to work performed by a Transportation Technician 2 or similar role.
OR
- Engineering Fundamentals Knowledge: Demonstrated understanding of engineering principles through formal education or equivalent experience in one or more of the following areas: civil, structural, geotechnical, traffic, or transportation engineering; soil mechanics; or other closely related disciplines.
OR
- Professional Credential Recognition: Possession of a recognized professional credential such as Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), demonstrating foundational knowledge in engineering disciplines OR a Land Surveyor’s license, reflecting competency in surveying practices and legal standards.
In addition to the above competencies, the following are also required:
- Ability to work safely outdoors in inclement weather, with potential exposure to steep or uneven terrain and air quality hazards (e.g., exhaust fumes).
- Ability to work overtime, including evenings, nights and weekends as needed.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Two-year college degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying
- Land Surveyor in Training certification or Professional Land Surveyor license.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- This position has been approved for in-training. The hiring manager is looking to hire at the Transportation Technician 3 level; however, the in-training plan will allow candidates to be considered as a Transportation Technician 2 or Transportation Technician 1 levels. The base salaries for each level are:
- Transportation Technician 1: $47,100 – $63,252
- Transportation Technician 2: $55,836 – $75,108
- Transportation Technician 3: $64,776 – $87,048
- This position is required to travel overnight on occasion.
- In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Why WSDOT
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
- Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go toState Benefitsfor more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
- An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
- An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at alyssa.nastasi@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-OR-32558 in the subject line.