GPS Field Technician

CRH; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability bonuses

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth and intr

Job summary

APC Construction, a CRH Company, is seeking a skilled laborer to perform GPS survey tasks and assist with machine control and site layout. This role includes setting survey stakes, operating GPS systems, and performing general labor to support civil construction projects.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least 1 year of construction experience, and the ability to pass pre-employment screenings. The position offers competitive wages and benefits in Golden, CO.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting project drawings relevant to site work.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Knowledge of safety policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety policies and report issues to supervisor.
• Read project drawings and set up site layout and staking.
• Support GPS equipment and related survey operations.
• Perform general labor duties as required to complete projects.

Skills

Reading project drawings

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

Job ID: 530555

APC Construction, a CRH Company, specializes in aggregate mining, asphalt paving, construction material supply and complete civil construction. APC and its valued employees are recognized for their dedication to quality work, workforce development, and compliance to stringent safety standards, integrity and innovation. APC has always thought of its staff as family and provides competitive wages, salaries and excellent benefits!

Position Overview

This is a skilled position responsible for safely performing specific duties related to GPS survey and machine control systems, as well as general labor duties. Duties may include using a hammer while setting survey stakes, operating a GPS system and related survey equipment.

Wage ranges

Wage ranges from $31.00 to $36.00 an hour, dependent on experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment. Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Read and interpret project drawings relevant to site work activities and projects.
• Establish and maintain site layout and construction staking for performance of excavation and site work activities.
• Establish and check grade for utility installations.
• Support GPS motor grader and/or paver.
• Perform daily site inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Perform job tasks in accordance with industry best practices and requirements (lifting, carrying, sitting, walking, and climbing).
• Perform general labor duties as required for successful completion of projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Thorough knowledge in all aspects of site work and utility construction preferred.
• 1+ year’s previous related experience in the construction field is required.

Work Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; experience with maintenance management systems preferred.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Report to the plant dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiple and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute, rate, ration, percent, land to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Computer Skills

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Database software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Standard Drivers License is required

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to needs.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed; able to consistently work independently.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move from 50 to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designers, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

APC Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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