GPS Gradesetter

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

401K matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc. is seeking a qualified GPS Gradesetter for our Grading Division to support grading and site preparation in the greater Sacramento area.

The role focuses on maintaining grades, reading plans and stakes, operating GPS equipment, and coordinating with the foreman to meet safety and production targets; a high school diploma and at least five years of sitework experience are preferred. Western Engineering Contractors, Inc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Five+ years of construction/sitework experience.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, stakes, slopes, and laser levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain grades on projects; assist foreman in supervising grading crews.
• Operate equipment as needed and ensure safety compliance.
• Read plans, stakes, slopes, and laser levels; coordinate site preparation.

Skills

GPS machine control

GPS systems (Topcon)

GPS systems (Trimble)

Reading plans & stakes

Team leadership & communication

OSHA/regulatory knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Topcon GPS

Trimble GPS

Job description

GPS Gradesetter – Grading Division

Western Engineering Contractors Inc. is seeking a qualified GPS Gradesetter for our Grading Division for full-time employment. Western Engineering is a local contractor that is based in Loomis and performs work in the greater Sacramento area and surrounding foothills. Western Engineering is a reputable company that has been rooted in the industry for over 40 years.

Essential Functions

Responsible for monitoring and maintaining required grades on projects while assisting the foreman in supervising and coordinating grading crews. This role ensures project quality and production requirements are met within budget, operates equipment as needed, assists with site preparation, reads and interprets plans, stakes, slopes, and laser levels, and maintain safety compliance.

Education Requirements

High school diploma preferable.

Experience Requirements

Five (5) or more years of construction experience in major sitework, utilities, grading & paving

Desired Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technical skills to ensure a quality, cost-effective product
• Effective leadership, planning, and communication (English) skills
• Ability to anticipate and resolve conflicts
• Knowledge of equipment, OSHA regulations, and local agency standards
• Familiarity with local vendors and subcontractors
• Proficiency in GPS systems such as Topcon & Trimble
• Ability to read and interpret plans and survey stakes
• Knowledge of GPS machine control grading systems a plus

Benefits

• Health, vision, life insurance, and dental insurance plans offered
• Matching 401K contributions
• Paid time off
• Pay: $40-$45 per hour, based on experience

About the Company

Western Engineering Contractors provide initial mass grading, utility installation, finish paving, and complete pre-construction services. Nearly every aspect of these services is completed in-house, utilizing Western employees and equipment. This full-service full-commitment approach, and over 40 years of experience, is what has established Western as the Sitework Specialist in the greater Sacramento area.

We often have Section 3 work. Preference will be given to Section 3 residents for hiring.

Western Engineering Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Revised 4.24.26