GPS Grade Checker & Machine Control Lead — Heavy Civil

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC is looking for an experienced GPS Grade Checker / Machine Control Specialist to support heavy civil construction projects in Seattle, WA. This role involves GPS layout, machine control setup, and ensuring accurate implementation of trenching and foundations. Candidates should have over three years of experience in heavy civil work and proficiency in modeling software such as Civil 3D. The position requires outdoor work, long hours, and travel to various project sites.

Qualifications

• 3+ years heavy civil GPS or survey experience required.
• Experience operating GPS‑equipped heavy equipment is essential.
• Strong machine control background is a must.
• Proficiency in modeling and takeoff software needed.
• Strong math, elevation calculation, and problem‑solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support heavy civil substation and power infrastructure projects.
• Operate data collectors and rover units for verification.
• Setup, calibrate, and verify GPS machine control systems.
• Manage project files and ensure compliance with drawings.
• Diagnose and repair GPS rovers and data collectors.

Skills

Heavy civil GPS or survey experience

Operating GPS‑equipped heavy equipment

Machine control background

Proficiency in modeling and takeoff software

Strong math and problem-solving skills

Mechanically inclined

Tools

Civil 3D

Carlson

Magnet

Trimble

Topcon

Job description

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC is looking for an experienced GPS Grade Checker / Machine Control Specialist to support heavy civil construction projects in Seattle, WA. This role involves GPS layout, machine control setup, and ensuring accurate implementation of trenching and foundations. Candidates should have over three years of experience in heavy civil work and proficiency in modeling software such as Civil 3D. The position requires outdoor work, long hours, and travel to various project sites.