Line & Grade Instrument Man II

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc.; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Concrete Construction, Inc. in Derwood, MD is seeking a Line & Grade Instrument Man II to coordinate surveying layout on projects, ensuring accurate building locations and tolerance control.

The role supports the Party Chief and foremen to place layouts precisely and safely. The position requires a high school diploma and construction experience, plus the ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with clients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 4 years’ construction experience; or equivalent education/experience.
• 2 years’ experience as Line & Grade Instrument Man I.
• Ability to respond to inquiries from customers and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Ability to calculate figures such as proportions, area, and volume; understands geometry.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all physical site dimensions and controls accurately.
• Layout building location, structures, and dimensions throughout the project.
• Establish survey points with the client and transfer building control on site.
• Set up surveying equipment and verify data with the Party Chief.
• Coordinate with foremen and other trades to resolve constructability issues.
• Support safety by following IIF culture and conducting toolbox talks.
• Review drawings for discrepancies and communicate changes clearly.

Skills

Teamwork

Geometry & Trigonometry

Coordinate System Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company Name: Baker Concrete Construction, Inc

Location: Derwood, MD, US, 20855

Req ID: 8163
Travel: None
Number of Openings:1

Find a greater purpose with a team that puts people first. Baker Construction is the nation’s top specialty concrete contractor. At Baker, you can count on steady work and reliable pay. When you finish one job, the next one is already lined up. You’ll be able to provide for your family with confidence. Your hard work will pay off with more opportunities to train and advance.

If you have grit and determination, you’ll have the support you need to achieve your dreams.

Summary

The Line & Grade Instrument Man II provides the expertise and coordination in using the surveying equipment to ensure that the work is laid out in the most effective and accurate way possible. Coordinates layout activities with the Party Chief, Superintendent and/or Foremen for the installation of layout on a project. Has a good understanding of our SQP goals and collaborates with project leadership to identify improvement ideas. Contributes to effective project management through daily observations and communication. Supports the field in resolving any conflicts with tolerances and field constructability issues in the installation of the work. Contributes to safety on the project by perpetuating the IIF culture.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Line & Grade Instrument Man II will possess competency in the areas listed below in order to perform his/her role in a safe, productive, and effective manner. Note that the areas listed are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by co-workers assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, and working conditions associated with this job.

• Responsible for accurately maintaining all physical site dimensions and controls


• Responsible for accurate layout of building location, structures, and dimensions throughout the project


• Assists in establishing procedures and coordinating with the client to define primary survey points and transfer building control on the site


• Establishes secondary control and communicates procedures to individual work crews
  Implements procedures to adequately provide layout methods and check/re-check


• Provides required data to Party Chief to establish defining points needed in a data collector


• Calculates and monitors concrete hold quantities on a daily basis


• Maintains communication with Party Chief, Superintendent, Foremen and other trades to coordinate project layout


• May serve as the Party Chief on smaller projects


• Sets up and checks accuracy of surveying equipment through pegging and double centering, or other methods


• Validates calculations and other information provided by the Party Chief/Superintendent


• Reviews construction documents for accuracy, deviations, and conflicts and writes clarification requests accordingly


• Collaborates with Party Chief, Superintendent, Foremen and other trades to resolve constructability conflicts


• Interfaces with Formwork Engineering department to provide layout for formwork shop drawings


• Maintains field notes and documentation generated by layout


• Reviews and understands construction drawings and identifies discrepancies


• Responsible for communication of changes and maintenance of technical drawings, as-builts, clarification logs, etc.


• Knows and applies general construction tolerances in the application of work including the determination of the most stringent tolerance and its use


• Sets example by following safety guidelines including but not limited to wearing PPE on jobs, staying aware of surroundings, etc.


• Attends and participates in Tool Box Talks and provides input for Safety Task Analysis


• Complies with proper safety procedures

Requirements

The Line & Grade Instrument Man II will possess the knowledge, skill, and/or ability in the following areas essential to perform the functions of the position.

• High School Diploma and 4 years’ construction experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Must have 2 years’ experience as an Line & Grade Instrument Man I


• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers and regulatory agencies


• Ability to work within a team environment


• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume; understanding of geometry and trigonometry


• Knowledge of industry tolerances


• Working knowledge in the use of the coordinate system


• Ability to work harmoniously, respectfully and effectively with subordinates, peers, supervisors and clients


• Team player, who provides information to the workforce, resolves conflict, and provides feedback


• Ability to direct work

At Baker Construction, we welcome those who are driven to make things happen. You’ll earn great pay and benefits to protect you and your family and to plan for your future. We’re also a company deeply rooted in values. We put people first, honor our word, and have the grit to get the job done. Go further with a team that will value and reward your grit.

Baker is an EOE Disability/Veterans Employer.

Applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation for any or part of the application process may make their requests known by emailing [e-mail] or calling 1-513-539-4000 and asking for HR.