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What drives you?
At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota's nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details
Working Title: Survey Crew Student Workers
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional
Agency: Transportation Dept
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
Are you in college and looking for a summer opportunity filled with hands-on field work experience, independency to manage your own daily work schedule and mentorship by a qualified and skilled professional in their field? Then working for the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) may be the opportunity for you.
MnDOT's Office of Land Management provides information and support for MnDOT's Geodetic Survey Control Monuments, Photogrammetric projects, products and services and Right of Way mapping and department-wide survey standards. The Geodetic Unit establishes and maintains horizontal and vertical control for all MnDOT projects statewide. Develops and provides technical support for new technology in precise surveying and mapping applications and provides technical support for Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Land Information systems.
We are looking to fill 10 full-time, temporary Survey Crew Student Workers for an anticipated duration of four months from May 2024 - August 2024.
In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to:
Field surveying requires overnight travel to various worksites in a variety of weather conditions. Travel expenses while on-the-job are covered/reimbursed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. These positions will work 4 10-hour days, Monday - Thursday, and will stay in motels 3 nights per week.
**MnDOTdoes not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Applicantsmust be current students in a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school and demonstrate the following:
Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment.
Physical Requirements
In this job, the employee may be required to work outside exposed to all of the weather elements. The employee will occasionally drive a motor vehicle in off-road conditions. Periodically, the employee will walk on uneven/sloping ground. The employee must frequently and continually rotate through various body positions. The employee will operate machinery and testing equipment under varying temperatures. The employee may occasionally move up to 10-25 pounds by pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying equipment. Periodically, the employee will push and/or pull carts, dollies, and two-wheel trucks. The employee must wear and use personal protective equipment to protect the head, eyes, hearing, respiration, visibility, and feet from injury.
Additional Requirements
**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, Math and Reading Assessment, Drug and Alcohol Test, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us or 651-366-3383 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us .
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us ; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:651/366-4720 ; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html .
What drives you?
At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota's nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.
Job Details
Working Title: Survey Crew Student Workers
Job Class: Student Worker Para Professional
Agency: Transportation Dept
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted : 12/19/2023
- Closing Date : 01/22/2024
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Insuff Wk Tm
- Division/Unit : Land Management / Land Management
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 4 10-hour days
- Days of Work : Monday - Thursday
- Travel Required : Yes
- Salary Range: $16.82 - $19.69 / hourly
- Classified Status : Unclassified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
- End Date : August 2024
- FLSA Status : Nonexempt
- Telework Eligible : No
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary
Are you in college and looking for a summer opportunity filled with hands-on field work experience, independency to manage your own daily work schedule and mentorship by a qualified and skilled professional in their field? Then working for the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) may be the opportunity for you.
MnDOT's Office of Land Management provides information and support for MnDOT's Geodetic Survey Control Monuments, Photogrammetric projects, products and services and Right of Way mapping and department-wide survey standards. The Geodetic Unit establishes and maintains horizontal and vertical control for all MnDOT projects statewide. Develops and provides technical support for new technology in precise surveying and mapping applications and provides technical support for Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Land Information systems.
We are looking to fill 10 full-time, temporary Survey Crew Student Workers for an anticipated duration of four months from May 2024 - August 2024.
In this position, you will have the unique opportunity to:
- Be a member of a Survey Crew performing reconnaissance, monumentation and horizontal and vertical control field surveys.
- Utilize GPS to ensure that work is completed accurately and efficiently.
- Use leveling equipment.
- Ensure that all work comply with National Geodetic Survey (NGS) and MnDOT specifications.
Field surveying requires overnight travel to various worksites in a variety of weather conditions. Travel expenses while on-the-job are covered/reimbursed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. These positions will work 4 10-hour days, Monday - Thursday, and will stay in motels 3 nights per week.
**MnDOTdoes not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Applicantsmust be current students in a secondary, post-secondary, or graduate school and demonstrate the following:
- Mathematical and drafting skills sufficient to complete required note checking and office processing of geodetic data.
- Ability to understand survey equipment including the operation of digital level equipment, personal computers, and GPS receivers.
- Human relations skills sufficient to maintain good morale and a working relationship with other members of the crew.
Applicants must be a student in a college/university, trade, or technical school. If a student is enrolled at a credit-granting institution he/she must carry at least six semester (nine quarter) credits. If enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, a student must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load shall be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Education Verification form prior to appointment.
Physical Requirements
In this job, the employee may be required to work outside exposed to all of the weather elements. The employee will occasionally drive a motor vehicle in off-road conditions. Periodically, the employee will walk on uneven/sloping ground. The employee must frequently and continually rotate through various body positions. The employee will operate machinery and testing equipment under varying temperatures. The employee may occasionally move up to 10-25 pounds by pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying equipment. Periodically, the employee will push and/or pull carts, dollies, and two-wheel trucks. The employee must wear and use personal protective equipment to protect the head, eyes, hearing, respiration, visibility, and feet from injury.
Additional Requirements
**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, Math and Reading Assessment, Drug and Alcohol Test, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.
Application Details
How to Apply
Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .
If you have questions about the position, contact Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us or 651-366-3383 .
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Mao Lowe at mao.lowe@state.mn.us .
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us ; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:651/366-4720 ; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html .
