Transportation Technician 3 In Training

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 addition to maintaining over 20000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan manages the worlds longest floating bridge and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Technician to support survey activities for the Olympic Region and Right of Way Plans this role you will help provide accurate high-quality survey data that serves as the foundation for engineering and construction plans across Washingtons transportation system. Your work will directly contribute to the safety quality capacity and long-term resilience of transportation infrastructure while supporting WSDOTs commitment to responsible stewardship. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on safe reliable transportation for communities throughout Washington.

What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the Transportation Technician 3 will:

• Perform survey fieldwork under supervision setting horizontal and vertical control and compiling field notes for surveying activities.
• Operate Total Station Data Collector GNSS RTK WSRN level and other survey instrument to collect topographic data.
• Perform right-of-way staking locate monument and conduct construction staking as instructed.
• Safely use hand tools and power equipment to clear lines of sight and access pathways to survey locations; load unload maintain and adjust survey equipment.
• Download and upload survey data between Personal Computers and Data Collectors; edit merge organize and maintain daily files in appropriate folders for records retention.
• Collaborate with the team lead to review survey data and produce quality survey deliverables; take manual notes or records data using a Data Collector.
• Serve as Party Lead when assigned and assist with training new crew members.
• Support survey operations by reproducing organizing maintaining and achieving engineering documents; assists with project research and documentation and maintain survey vans and equipment storage areas.

Qualifications
This is a Transportation Technician 3 position. However the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal in-training plan.

To be considered for this opportunity one of the following is required :

Transportation Technician 1:

• Basic Technical Skills: Basic technical skills and/or knowledge of mathematics construction engineering or surveying in support of transportation projects. This includes tasks such as the ability to perform basic math follow written and verbal instructions and use basic survey field equipment.

Transportation Technician 2:

• Engineering Technical Skills and Knowledge: Technical skills and/or knowledge of engineering principles in support of transportation projects. This includes tasks such as surveying drafting structural detailing engineering design and maintaining project records to ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications.

Note: Foundational knowledge may be supported by formal classroom training.

Transportation Technician 3:

• Engineering Technical Skills and Knowledge: Demonstrated skills in independently applying technical engineering principles in support of transportation projects. This includes tasks such as surveying drafting structural detailing engineering design and maintaining project records to ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
  

Note: Demonstrated knowledge may be supported by formal classroom training and/ or credentials such as Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certification or a Land Surveyors License (LSIT) certification.

In addition to the above the following are also required at any level:

• Vehicle Operation for Fieldwork: Possession of an unrestricted valid drivers license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles for travel to and between project sites in support of field duties and essential job functions.
• Field Reporting Documentation & Communication: Skills to prepare accurate and timely daily field reports based on direct field observations and inspection activities and check engineering calculations for accuracy and completeness.
• Technology Proficiency: Knowledge of engineering surveying software and operating Windows-based computer systems and software including MS Office Suite (Excel Word SharePoint and Outlook). Knowledge and skills relating to the operation troubleshooting and maintenance of survey equipment used for the development of complex transportation projects in the office and in the field.
• Communication Skills: Skills to communicate technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience including those with non-technical backgrounds virtually telephonically and in-person.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Skills to work productively in a team environment under tight deadlines and shifting priorities producing accurate and consistent results. Knowledge of safe working practices in traffic and field along with a proven ability to adhere to safety protocols.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growing knowledge of principles and practices of highway surveying and engineering.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others in a diverse team setting.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Civil Engineering and Surveying Education and Certification: Two-year college degree in Civil Engineering or Surveying. Land Surveyor in Training certification.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This is a Transportation Technician 3 position. However the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal in-training plan.
  • Transportation Technician 3: $66072 - $88788
  • Transportation Technician2: $56952 - $76608
  • Transportation Technician 1: $48048 - $64512
• 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 357-28 of 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 .

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.
• 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 a choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go to State Benefits for 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 of 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.

Please click the APPLY button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Please be sure to reference 26DOT-OR-32192 in the subject line.

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