Surveyor

SurveyorThe Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Surveyor in the Butte District. Preference is to hire an individual at the Surveyor II or Senior Surveyor level. The journey level position 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 entry level position is responsible for performing a variety of technical and pre-professional survey duties. Examples of duties include: making measurements, collecting and recording survey data, operating survey equipment, setting stakes/monuments, researching records, recovering survey evidence, making rudimentary survey calculations, drafting at an entry level, maintaining survey equipment and sustaining an inventory of survey supplies. Mostly day travel throughout the Butte District, overnight is rare. Applications will be reviewed as received. The requisition will be closed once the vacancy has been filled. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Benefits apply on first day of employment Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer Required Education and Experience: Surveyor I ($25.80): 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 maths, drafting, and surveying techniques, principles and practices. Surveyor II ($30.49): 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 maths, drafting, and surveying techniques, principles and practices. This position requires a minimum of 2 years of survey experience. Certification as a Land Surveyor Intern, per 37-67-326, MCA. Senior Surveyor ($37.27): 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 maths, drafting, and surveying techniques, principles, and practices. Two years of progressively responsible professional land survey experience is required. Registration as a Montana Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is required. Preference is placed on qualifications for a Surveyor III (PLS) or qualifications for Surveyor II with a Montana Land Surveyor Intern (LSI) certificate; qualifications for Surveyor I may also be considered. Salary: $25.80-37.27 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 Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time Primary Location: Butte Agency: Department of Transportation Union: Montana Federation of Public Employees Posting Date: Apr 22, 2026, 10:32:00 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): May 9, 2026, 5:59:00 AM Contact Name: Shirley Cortright Contact Email: shcortright@mt.gov Contact Phone: 406-494-9608