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Transportation Surveyor Department of Water Resources

JC-528548

• Transportation Surveyor
  

TRANSPORTATION SURVEYOR

(CALTRANS) $6,332.00

• $12,152.

00 per Month

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date:

10/8/2026

Application Methods:

Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)

Job Description and Duties Why Choose Us:

Working for the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) means you can practice land surveying in its purest form, because we are the owner and operator of its facilities. Our surveyors are equipped with the most modern tools and software such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), bathymetric boats and SONAR, terrestrial and aerial LiDAR, GNSS receivers, InSAR, GIS, field survey processing and adjustment software and high end processing and mapping computers. Every employee is empowered to make the best choices whether they are researching, measuring or recording our surveys. Our surveyors work along some of California's most beautiful reservoirs, rivers and waterways. At DWR you will have the advantage of numerous resources to support your work and your professional growth—including training, organizational memberships, and knowledgeable and professional colleagues all of which collaborate for project success. We hope you'll check out the Duties and Desirable Qualifications below and apply for this great career opportunity to join our team and help deliver water to over 26 million Californians, as well as contribute to protecting our environment and species conservation efforts.

Duties:

Under the direction of the Senior Land Surveyor or Geomatics Branch Chief, the incumbent performs LiDAR point cloud registrations and classification, production and quality assurance of digital terrain models and digital elevation models generated from various point clouds (LiDAR, Structure from Motion, Sonar), field surveys and photogrammetric data sources, and CAD map assembly for production and quality assurance of digital data generated from various photogrammetric, LiDAR and sonar data sources. In addition, the incumbent must be able to use computerized GIS software and techniques, plan and process least square adjusted primary horizontal and vertical survey control, hydrographic terrain mapping, construction surveys, test and evaluate photogrammetric software and equipment, use a computer-aided drafting and design (CADD) and mapping systems to make calculations and prepare maps needed to acquire, transfer, and manage real property, right of way, and easements for flood CVFPB and DWR, research and analyze ownership records, title reports, Records of Survey, survey notes, vesting documents, etc., and prepare descriptions, deeds, addenda, and other documents needed to acquire, transfer, and manage real property, rights of way, and easements for CVFPB and DWR and State Water Project facilities. You will find additional information about the job in the . Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

TRANSPORTATION SURVEYOR

(CALTRANS) Additional Documents

Job Application Package Checklist Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-528548

Position #(s): 843-260-3029-027

Working Title:

Transportation Surveyor

Classification:

TRANSPORTATION SURVEYOR

(CALTRANS)

$6,332.00

• $7,922.00 A
  $7,428.00
• $9,296.00 B
  $8,896.00
• $11,131.00 C
  $9,712.00
• $12,152.

00 D

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of

Positions:

1

Work Location:

Sacramento County

Telework:

Hybrid

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Engineering / Geomatics Branch / Photogrammetry & Computer Mapping, Sacramento Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Department Website:

https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. Special Requirements Range D of this classification requires possession of a valid California Land Surveyors License issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. Must possess a valid California driver's license when conducting State business that requires driving a vehicle. May be required to travel on public roadways including traveling to remote areas. Travel on short notice and overnight lodging will be required on some trips The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is committed to its mission and employees, and we are grounded in our commitment to public safety. Regular and consistent attendance is essential to the successful performance in this position. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date:

10/8/2026