Assistant Field Engineer (HOURLY)

Holder Construction; Mooresville (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Shift differentials for select roles

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Mooresville, IN, seeks an Assistant Field Engineer to join their Operations team. This full-time position involves operating surveying instruments, interpreting maps, and ensuring project accuracy on-site. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the physical ability to lift heavy materials. Join a company that offers competitive compensation and is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of construction/surveying experience required.
• Must be agile and mobile, capable of physical activity.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift materials up to 100 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate surveying instruments for accurate measurements.
• Interpret maps and drawings accurately.
• Set and mark stakes for construction purposes.

Skills

Construction/surveying experience

Strong communication skills

Time management

Proficient computer skills

Understanding of surveying math

Tools

Electronic total station instrument

Auto level

Job description

About Us

Holder Construction is a nationally recognized leader in the construction industry, consistently ranked among the top firms on ENR’s Top 400 Contractors list. We are a performance‑driven company that believes in rewarding excellence and investing in our people. Our structured career development program empowers associates to grow quickly into expanded roles and responsibilities based on merit. With operations throughout the United States, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Annual bonus program
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Night and swing shift differential pay for select roles

About The Role

We are looking for an Assistant Field Engineer to join our Operations team on our project in Mooresville, IN. This is a full‑time, in‑person position.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate electronic total station instrument, transit, Auto level and other surveying instruments.
• Read, review and interpret maps, drawings and diagrams.
• Set and mark stakes for slopes, grades and other construction purposes.
• Determine lines, corners, elevations, grades, alignments, angles, positions and distances; maintain total station and field book; maintain survey equipment and tools; perform related field and office engineering work.

Qualifications

• Possess 2 years of construction/surveying experience.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including the ability to navigate and use standard business software and systems.
• Must have a complete understanding of surveying math.
• Must be agile/mobile, remain alert, be able to stand or walk for long periods of time, use fingers, hands & arms to reach, handle and manipulate objects, climb up/down ladders, scaffolds, and other objects.
• Work on uneven surfaces/heights, be able to read/write, and have good visual and auditory acuity, naturally or with correction.
• Must be able to lift and carry materials of all shapes and sizes weighing 50‑100 lbs., 75% of the time.

Preferred

• Must be able to work in an OSHA compliant safety environment.
• Must be able to work outside.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekend hours.
• Punctuality and promptness are required every day.

Holder is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE).

Substance abuse testing and a background screening is a condition of employment and Holder Construction does not sponsor applicants for immigration status or benefits.