Survey, Sub-Journey 2 (PCN 250612)
Salary
$24.64 Hourly
Location
Anchorage, AK
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
54559
Department
Transportation and Public Facilities
Division
CRD-Right of Way and Utilities
Opening Date
07/14/2026
Closing Date
7/27/2026 5:00 PM Alaska
Division
Central Design and Engineering Services
Position Open To
Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit
Labor, Trades and Craft
Range
56
Job Description
ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS!
The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF), Central Region in Anchorage, is looking for a Survey - Sub-Journey 2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!
What you will be doing:
In this role, you'll be an integral part of a field survey team, operating and maintaining advanced equipment such as Total Stations, GPS receivers, and Digital Electronic Levels. You'll ensure the crew has the tools and materials needed to complete tasks efficiently while keeping detailed and accurate survey notes to support project goals. The position involves handling equipment like gas-powered jackhammers and performing line clearing using tools such as machetes and chainsaws. This is a hands-on opportunity to work in diverse and challenging environments, including rough terrain, noisy conditions, and adverse weather, where your skills and resourcefulness will be key to success.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Survey Section provides support in the design of highway and aviation projects. The section is team oriented. This position's incumbent will be responsible for field survey data collection, maintaining field survey equipment and supplies, and promoting a positive atmosphere throughout the section. The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities' mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern, adaptable, flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration, communication, and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results, working together, and leveraging resources across our department, with community and private sector partnerships, increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.
The benefits of joining our team:
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and positive work environment where collaboration and innovation are highly valued. You'll have the opportunity to participate in field and site visits, gaining hands-on insights into Alaska's transportation projects that make a real impact across the state. This role also offers occasional travel, allowing you to experience the incredible landscapes of Alaska while connecting with diverse communities. Our team prioritizes professional growth and a welcoming workplace culture, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful difference in Alaskans lives while enjoying a rewarding and dynamic career.
We offer a generous leave package that increases with service time. In addition, we offer paid state holidays - a total of 12 throughout the year. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/.
The DOT&PF is mission focused with an organizational atmosphere that promotes excellence, integrity, teamwork, and public service. This position's incumbent will have the opportunity to work outside while keeping Alaska moving. Work performed will have a direct impact toward the design of multi-million dollar highway and airport projects.
The working environment you can expect:
This position is located at 4111 Aviation Avenue on the shores of Lake Hood. We have beautiful vistas year-round of Sleeping Lady, Denali, and the Chugach Range. We also have close access to walking and biking paths.
This position's incumbent will need to have a positive attitude, be able to learn and understand field survey skills, and be able to accept criticism as part of the learning process. The incumbent must also be physically able to perform field survey duties which include but are not limited to: working in both urban and remote environments, able to walk long distances while carrying survey equipment, operate and maintain survey equipment, and frequently use hand and power tools. This is an outdoor position in both summer and winter environments.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
Physical Strength and Agility: Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
Spatial Orientation: Knows ones location in relation to the environment; determines where other objects are in relation to ones self (for example, when using a map).
Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works well with others to achieve goals.
Please ensure your application (through work history, volunteer experience (duties summary), training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.
Special Note:
To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Minimum Qualifications
Vacancies in this job class are filled through Union referral, except for promotions, demotions, transfers, and emergency appointments.
Class Definition:
This job class is part of a series of competency based class specifications created for career areas within the Labor, Trades, and Crafts Unit. The class specification identifies the levels of work and wage grades within the career area, the core and specific competencies of the career area, required work behaviors, certifications, and physical requirements. The competency specification for this job class is available at http://doa.alaska.gov/dop/fileadmin/Classification/pdf/LTC_Specs/SURVEY.pdf.
Additional Required Information
At time of interview, applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):
ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
Please be sure to check our residency definitionto determine if you qualify.
ARMS & AMMUNITION REQUIREMENT
This position requires the use of firearm or ammunition. If you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold a position in this job class in accordance with the Federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL-104-208). A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" means an offense that: is a misdemeanor under Federal or State Law; and has, as an element the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions. The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information
For specific information about this position, please contact the hiring manager at the following:
Name: Travis Test, Land Survey Manager 1
Phone: (907) 269-0538
Email: travis.test@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits
The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits
See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information
Paid Leave & Other Benefits
01
This position requires working in inclement weather, cold, and remote sites, as well as performing tasks such as walking, standing, and fine finger manipulation in outdoor settings. Do you have previous experience with this type of work?
02
This position is part of a field crew working toward the same goal. Do you have previous experience working in a team environment?
Required Question
Employer State of Alaska
Address PO Box 110201
Juneau, Alaska, 99811
Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)
Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/