Working Title: Survey Technician - Transportation Generalist Senior/Transportation Generalist
Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior/Transportation Generalist
Agency: Transportation Department
Job ID : 89078
Location : Winona
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/22/2025
Closing Date : 10/13/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 6-AFSCME
Division/Unit : District 6C- ADE Program Dlvry / Construction Winona
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 7 AM - 3:30 PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $26.67 - $34.49 / hourly; $55,686 - $72,015 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Winona
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This posting represents a multi-level posting. If this position is not filled by qualified applicants at the Transportation Generalist Senior level, the position will be filled at the Transportation Generalist level.
Performs as survey lead worker in absence of the crew lead.
Sets up real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
Performs data comparison from real time kinematic global position systems or total station.
Assists survey lead in construction survey office activities.
Performs set-up, calibration, use and maintenance of survey equipment.
Assists survey lead in field construction by creating and/or checking survey notes, recovering or establishing horizontal and vertical control, setting and marking stakes, and pounding hubs or setting right of way.
Sets up and operates global positioning systems.
Assists with investigation and location of lot corners, monuments and section corners.
Processes field data into CADD files for other functional areas.
Communicates with contractors, landowners, consultants and supervisors to report progress or review work assignment.
Assists in performing 1st and 2nd order geodetic control surveys.
Processes geodetic control data and performs technical computations.
Prepares a mapping project to enable Aero-triangulation process.
Assists in preparing mapping and aero-triangulation projects.
Performs file maintenance and back-up of regular and archived mapping files.
Perform snow and ice duties such as maintaining roadways and preparing and inspecting winter equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Required to be immediately accessible to a phone and able to report to work within one (1) hour of being called.
Minimum Qualifications
Must possess a valid Class D or equivalent AND have the ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with no Air Brake Restriction and Tanker Endorsement within 6 months of initial placement into the position, permit within 3 months.
NOTE: The incumbent will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. New employees must pass a pre-placement drug test for evidence of use of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines (MDMA, MDA and MDEA) and acetyl morphine (6-AM).
Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist Senior level can be achieved with:
Two years performing surveys (e.g., land, location, construction, and/or geodetic control surveys, etc.), mapping or related activities, OR
One year performing surveys (e.g., land, location, construction, and/or geodetic control surveys, etc.), mapping or related activities; AND one year experience in performing roadway inspection, design or related activities.
NOTE: A two-year degree in Civil or Construction Technology OR a four-year degree in Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, Land Surveying / Geomatics or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
A working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
Exam Part 2: The level of experience to perform this job at the Transportation Generalist level can be achieved with:
Six months of experience performing survey (e.g., land, location, and construction surveys, etc.), mapping, geodetic or related activities AND a combination of six months experience in road maintenance, construction, materials/soils, permits, etc.; OR
A two-year degree in Civil or Construction Technology or a four-year degree in Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts).
Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.
Exam Part 3: Applicants made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. Acceptance of the offer is contingent on passing the math and reading assessment test. The required passing score for the math portion is a level 5 or higher and the reading portion is a level 5 or higher. If you've previously taken and passed the math and reading assessment, you may be exempt from retesting. Please check with your district HR office.
Additional Requirements
Reference/Background Checks:
All candidates must submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may include one or all of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Education/License Verification
Driver's License Check
This position is contingent upon the selected job candidate having a valid Commercial Driver's License, must submit to a Federal Department of Transportation pre-employment drug test (with negative test results) and is subject to future random drug and alcohol testing registered in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
