GPS/GRADE SETTER
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Job overview
The role involves reviewing construction plans, interpreting survey stakes, collecting data with RTK GPS equipment, loading models, troubleshooting equipment, and performing general labor tasks on active construction sites, with a focus on safety and detail.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
2 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/G.E.D.
Compensation
$ / yearly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Job Description
Description
Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Aptitude for math and problem solving.
Must be detail and safety oriented.
Entry-level candidates with strong math skills and construction aptitude will be considered and trained.
2+years of experience grade checking, staking, and surveying using Topcon GPS systems perferred.
2+ years working in heavy civil construction including earthwork, paving, and concrete OR a surveying background preferred.
Ability to provide and maintain driver's license and acceptable driving record.
High school diploma or GED.
Requires kneeling, climbing, walking, twisting and general labor work.
Duties and/or Responsibilities:
Review and interpret construction plans and specifications to ensure jobs are built correctly.
Interpret survey stakes to determine grades for embankment/excavation.
Collect and utilize information with RTK GPS equipment, i.e., topographic surveys, field layout, staking, and machine control verification.
Load site models and office data onto machines and work with operators to perform calibrations.
Troubleshoot situations and solve problems (material quality/quantity, GPS equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
Perform other duties as assigned including general labor and equipment operation.
Work Conditions:
Work is primarily outdoors on active construction sites and may include extended hours during peak construction season.
Occasional travel, but we perform most of our work locally.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
Company paid medical, dental and vision
401K
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
How To Apply:
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
You may apply online at https\\jobs.kniferiver.net
If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:
Knife River Mountain Region
4800 Wilkie Street
Missoula, Mt 59808
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
Is this a registered apprenticeship?
False
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
GPSGR002832
Job Type
Full Time
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