Land Surveyor in Training - Sikeston

Missouri Department of Transportation - Southeast District

Application Link: https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ce3/job-board/5effe9b2-4b89-494b-ac76-c45e25190768/9355ee08-2b87-4bc1-bf7d-47c00b970097?jb=

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Email resume: carley.chinnis@modot.mo.gov

Entry-level: $52,511.52 Per year

7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position

Application Deadline: 08/24/2026

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome. 

Job Location: Sikeston, MO - Alternate work location will be considered.

This position may be filled at one of the two levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the Land Surveyor starting salary of $56,712.48.

Why you’ll love this position: The land surveyor in training operates surveying equipment and performs a variety of beginning level land survey duties under close supervision of a registered land surveyor. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

• Operates and maintains complex and highly technical surveying equipment.
• Collects data and records pertinent information in survey data recorder and/or field books.
• Performs mathematical computations related to field layout calculations.
• Performs deed, title, and map research, monument investigation, and assists in establishing control for boundary and right of way.
• Converses with property owners to gain access to private property and answer questions concerning the progress of survey work on or near landowner’s property; contacts local governments and utility companies to secure information.

Qualifications - All you need for success

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/HiSET
• Certificate of enrollment as a Land Surveyor in Training as issued by the Missouri Board for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Land Surveyors.
• Successful completion of a range of motion examination and a medical-physical examination

Special Working Conditions:

• Job requires moderate physical activity.
• Job requires exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable environmental conditions.
• Job may require operation of vehicles to plow snow and spread ice control materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• None

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a pension plan, paid leave and holidays, health insurance coverage and educational assistance.   Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer.  To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator.  This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. 

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States.  We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability.  We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours.  If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team.  MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values.  CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. 

Deadline to apply for this position is at 11:55 p.m. the night of closing.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

Contact Details: sehr@modot.mo.gov,

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.