Surveyor II/III-Billings - (25140974)
The Montana Department of Transportation is currently recruiting a Surveyor II or III in the Billings District.
The journey level, Surveyor II, is responsible for performing advanced technical and professional field survey work; serving as party chief for field surveys; reviewing surveys to determine the validity of the evidence and methods used and to ensure accurate survey information; maintaining equipment and inventories; and performing other duties as assigned.
The professional land surveyor, Surveyor III, is responsible for planning and performing professional survey work. Examples of duties include: organizing and overseeing straightforward survey projects, signing off on uncomplicated survey projects, analyzing evidence to determine boundary locations, staking/documenting property boundaries, coordinating survey reviews to ensure quality, consistency, efficiency, and compliance with established standards and policies, making professional level survey calculations, carrying out complex drafting, providing training to field survey crews and coordinating the operation and maintenance of survey equipment within the Unit. The Survey III is in charge of all survey work being performed under their PLS license.
The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
For a full job description, please contact HR Specialist, Lori Edgar at ledgar@mt.gov
Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include:
For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values
Qualifications - External
This position is covered by the Surveyor Career Ladder. Placement is based upon work experience, education, and LSI certification. Below are the descriptions for the Surveyor II and III.
Minimum Qualifications- Surveyor II
The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Related degrees must include significant coursework in survey related math, drafting, and surveying techniques, principles and practices.
This position requires a minimum of 2 years of survey experience.
Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Certification as a Land Surveyor Intern, per 37-67-326, MCA. Please attach proof of license to application if applicable.
Minimum Qualifications Surveyor III
The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field from an accredited college or university. Related degrees must include significant coursework in survey related math, drafting, and surveying techniques, principles and practices.
Two years of progressively responsible professional land survey experience is required.
Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Registration as a Montana Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is required. Please attach proof of license to application if applicable.
Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable
29.49 - 35.44 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time
: Standard
: Day Job
: Yes, 20 % of the Time
: Billings
Agency: Department of Transportation Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees
: Apr 25, 2025, 4:19:03 PM
: Ongoing
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Lori Edgar | Contact Email: ledgar@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-657-0221 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
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