Introduction
Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut? If so, come join our great team of engineering and construction professionals and make an ImpaCT!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for a Land Surveyor Trainee role in the Central Surveys section in Newington, CT. The official State job classification title for this position is Transportation Engineer Trainee, this opportunity is full-time 40 hours/week Monday-Friday. It is the DOT's mission to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. Learn more about our mission, vison, and values here!
Current Civil Engineering or Construction Management students who will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree by the end of August 2021 are strongly encouraged to apply!
The Role: The Central Surveys section performs mapping, field, and land survey duties; utilizes CADD (computer aided design and drafting) systems and other computer applications; prepares, revises and edits property acquisition and release mapping; develops topographic mapping and DTM’s (Digital Terrain Models); utilizes ArcGIS software for GIS (geographic information system) applications; operates survey field instruments; performs complex computations for survey control networks; and performs related duties as required.
As a Land Surveyor Trainee, you will become familiar with Connecticut DOT survey standards/ procedures and further develop your technical surveying skills and knowledge. Following successful completion of the one year training program you will be eligible for promotion to Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering).
We’re seeking candidates who are familiar with adjusting traverses, control networks, and level runs. If you’re interested in problem solving, recommending, and implementing effective solutions and enjoy performing complex mathematical calculations, reading, and analyzing construction plans/estimates, prioritizing/multi-tasking while following land surveying practices and principles this could be the role for you.
Application Details: Please attach your resume within the Resume tab of your application. Please also list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Land-Surveyor-In-Training or Engineer-in-Training license number (if applicable) and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application. In the location section of your application select Newington, or all. Failure to complete any of these steps may result in not being considered for this role.
What We Can Offer You: Competitive starting salary, excellent State benefits package including health/dental insurance, generous paid time off, retirement plan options, alternate work schedules and a culture that promotes work-life balance. We also offer the convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Headquarters facility, and ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation.
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Selection Plan
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, available to travel to and attend trainings, conferences, public meetings, field reviews, etc. both within and outside of normal working hours when necessary.
Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.
NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to answer additional questions and/or submit additional documentation which support your qualifications for this position. These documents may include cover letters, college transcripts, verification of degree completion, foreign education equivalency reports from a recognized USA accrediting service, proof of licensure, performance appraisals, employment/supervisory references, etc.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however applications to this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this job classification.
Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority, this class is accountable for receiving training in introductory professional engineering work for the development of technical and professional transportation engineering and transportation construction engineering skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement in the field of transportation engineering.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during course of training period.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
General knowledge of basic transportation engineering theories, principles and methods; skill in use of drafting and calculating instruments and other computer applications; considerable ability in performing mathematical computations, making neat and accurate drawings and preparing minor design and structural details.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
1. Possession of Land Surveyor (LS) licensure or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S.§20-302 may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.
2. Possession of Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) licensure or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S.§20-302 may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.
3. Possession of at least Level III certification, from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), in one of the following Civil Engineering Technology Programs may be substituted for the General Experience requirement:
a. Transportation Construction Inspection Program - Highway Construction Inspection.
b. Construction Materials Testing Program - Asphalt or Concrete.
c. Transportation Program - Highway Materials, Highway Surveys or Highway Construction Inspection
4. Possession of a Level III Survey Technician Certification from the National Society of Professional Surveyors may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with CADD (computer aided design and drafting), such as Bentley Microstation.
- Experience working with survey and construction plans.
- Experience performing mathematical computations and making neat and accurate drawings.
- Experience using Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) including Real Time Kinematic (RTK), and other Static/Real Time Networks.
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
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Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
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Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from highway, construction site, or on-site environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from year round weather conditions.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
