Construction Survey Support Technician

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Salary: $24.60 - $50.56 Hourly Location : Salt Lake County, UT Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 45981 Agency: 810 Department of Transportation Unit: 8282 DOT Standards & Preconstruction Opening Date: 08/07/2025 Closing Date: 8/24/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Jill Barela, jbarela@utah.gov # of Openings: 1 Location: Calvin Rampton Building, 4501 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, Utah Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Schedule Code Description: This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Current State employees who have already passed a probationary period will not be required to complete another one. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: https://adminrules.utah.gov/public/search/driver%20eligibility/Current%20Rules EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.
Job Description The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for a self-motivated individual to complete tasks with little to no supervision and strive to advance the use of Digital Delivery tools and procedures in the preconstruction and construction fields. You will be part of a team assessing, testing and implementing processes at the forefront of Digital Delivery efforts. You will be responsible for resolving complex operation and/or data processing issues and may monitor system performance; make recommendations for enhancements; review systems to ensure compliance with procedures, policies, regulations; and facilitate/chair work groups, etc.
Principal Duties As the Construction Survey Support Technician, your duties may include, but are not limited to: Sets goals, establishes priorities, manages resources, develops concepts and approaches, reviews projects progress and results; makes management decisions. Oversees the development, evaluation or review of plans and criteria for a variety of activities; assesses feasibility of proposed plans, projects and equipment. Utilizing computer software programs to store data, retrieve stored data, analyze retrieved data, and arrange results in a format that effectively supports the organization's production activities Coordinating the use of information analysis related hardware, software, and data with the organization's employees and/or the public Interfacing with data processing users to automate applications and/or resolve application and operating problems Helping customers identify better ways to utilize the system's capabilities Estimating project costs Assuring deadlines are met Negotiating common standards for data formats Assessing needs for data analysis related hardware, software, and data Making recommendations to management for improving and/or maintaining effective information analysis support for the organization. UAS application at the project level including set up, application determination, and software platforms Develop and test new innovative processes relative to Digital Delivery and Digital Twins Test tools used for digital design review and digital construction Support field staff with digital tools Participates in the selection of consulting engineers, oversees and reviews their work product.
Minimum Qualifications In order to qualify you must have all of the following: At least five (5) years of combined experience surveying, construction surveying, transportation construction, transportation construction inspection or UAS operations experience A valid driver's license or be able to obtain one within the first 6 months of hire. A UAS Pilot - FAA Part 107 Certification or be able to obtain within the first 6 months of hire
Preferences Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following: Degree in Survey and Geomatics, Geodocy, or related field or equivalent experience Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Utah Experience and knowledge of Land Survey techniques LiDAR Quantity take offs using cut/fill tracking, LandXML surface extractions, etc.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Here are some of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are typically associated with the job, though not all-inclusive: Knowledge of Bentley, Esri, Trimble, and Autodesk software Knowledge of Aurigo, specifically Masterworks Ability to deliver presentations and training Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing Computer expertise using MicroSoft Office or Google Suite applications and spreadsheet software Understanding of GIS, BIM, UDOT Digital Delivery, Digital Construction and Data Capture processes Understanding of UDOT Standard Specifications and Drawings and how Standards changes Proficiency with UDOT design development and advertisement processes described within the UDOT Project Delivery Network (PDN). Construction inspection workflow and processes described within the Construction MOI and Standard Specifications Communicate directly with Vendor Support with product issues Knowledge of UAS regulations and requirements
Supplemental Information Here is some information you should be aware of: Physical Requirements - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Working Conditions - Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.
Why Should You Join Our Team? The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, "Enhance quality of life through transportation." We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely.
You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.
Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click to view a summary of the benefits we offer.
The Agency UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.
For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click
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As part of this application process, you must provide your work history in the work history section of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your work history, otherwise you may not receive credit. Applicable follow up questions must be answered or your application may be removed from consideration or you may not receive credit for your experience. Listing "see resume" as a response to a question may also result in being removed from consideration or not receiving credit. I have read and understand the above statement
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Do you have a valid driver's license or be able to obtain one within the first 6 months of hire? Yes Able to obtain No
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Do you have a UAS Pilot - FAA Part 107 Certification or be able to obtain within the first 6 months of hire Yes Able to obtain No
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How many years experience do you have with surveying, construction surveying, transportation construction, transportation construction inspection or UAS operations? None Less than 1 year 1 - 2 completed years 3 - 4 completed years 5 - 6 completed years 7 - 8 completed years 9 - 10 completed years More than 10 years
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Do you have a degree in Survey and Geomatics, Geodocy, or related field? If yes, you must upload a copy of your transcripts or degree. Failure to upload documentation may result in not receiving credit. Associates degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate/PhD No
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Are you a Professional Land Surveyor in the State of Utah? Yes No
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Do you have any experience or knowledge in either of the following land survey techniques? Mark all that apply. LiDAR Quantity take offs using cut/fill tracking, LandXML surface extractions, etc. None
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If yes, please provide a brief summary of your experience including where you gained it. 10
Do you have any relatives who currently work for UDOT? Per UDOT Policy, relatives are defined as: spouse, child, parent, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin (including in-laws and step relatives), or cohabitating employees. Yes No
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If you do have relatives working for UDOT, please list the name, relationship, and work location for each relative. 12
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Location:
Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations

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