Construction Total Station Technician

Armstrong Air & Heating, Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading construction service provider in Miami is seeking a Construction Total Station Technician. This role involves operating and maintaining total station surveying equipment for accurate site layouts and measurements. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in a construction environment. The position offers a dynamic work environment with fieldwork requirements and opportunities for teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating total station surveying equipment in a construction environment.
• Strong understanding of construction drawing interpretation.
• Proficiency with surveying software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate total station surveying equipment for site layouts and measurements.
• Record field data and transfer measurements to project managers.
• Calibrate and maintain surveying instruments.

Skills

Operating total station surveying equipment

Interpreting construction drawings

Data collection and recording

Collaboration with engineering teams

Attention to detail

Physical ability to work outdoors

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in surveying or civil engineering

Tools

Total station surveying equipment

Surveying software

GPS survey systems

CAD software

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Overview

Position Summary: The Construction Total Station Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting total station surveying equipment to ensure accurate layout, measurement, and alignment on construction projects. This role supports the project team by providing precise data for site layout, grading, and structural positioning, ensuring work is completed to design specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate total station surveying equipment to perform site layouts, stakeouts, and measurements for construction activities.
• Interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine layout requirements.
• Accurately record field data and transfer measurements to project managers, engineers, or CAD technicians.
• Calibrate and maintain surveying instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with field crews, engineers, and supervisors to ensure correct positioning and alignment of structures.
• Assist in creating as-built documentation to verify completed work.
• Troubleshoot technical issues with total station equipment and coordinate repairs when necessary.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment.
• Keep detailed logs of work performed and measurements collected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in surveying, civil engineering, or construction technology preferred.
• 2+ years of experience operating total station surveying equipment in a construction environment (preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, grading plans, and staking requirements.
• Proficiency with surveying software and data collection tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and lift surveying equipment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with GPS survey systems and CAD software.
• Knowledge of civil construction practices and site work.
• Familiarity with robotic total stations and related equipment.

Work Environment

This position requires fieldwork in varying weather conditions, as well as occasional office tasks for data processing and reporting.