Machine Controls Specialist

Gregory Construction; Columbus (MS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Gregory Construction is seeking a field GPS and machine control technician to support and troubleshoot systems on active job sites across our civil and industrial projects in Mississippi. You’ll install, calibrate, and implement machine control equipment, collaborate with field teams, and help ensure data integrity and safety on site.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in machine control or construction tech, experience with Topcon or Komatsu, strong problem-solving, and willingness to travel to

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience with machine control, GPS, or construction technology.
• Experience with Topcon and Komatsu required; Trimble preferred.
• Strong understanding of field operations and jobsite workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot GPS and machine control systems on active job sites.
• Assist with setup, calibration, and implementation of machine control equipment.
• Work with field teams to ensure systems are used correctly and efficiently.
• Provide hands-on and remote support to operators and field personnel.
• Train crews on machine control systems and best practices.
• Track and manage machine control files, models, and version control.
• Coordinate with survey and modeling teams to ensure data accuracy.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify production improvement opportunities.
• Work with vendors (Topcon, Komatsu, Trimble) to resolve issues.
• Support field surveying operations as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, models, and technical documents.
• Promote safe use of technology to improve jobsite safety and reduce rework.

Skills

Machine control

GPS technology

Construction tech

Tools

Topcon GPS

Trimble

Komatsu equipment

Job description

At Gregory Construction, we’re a team that takes pride in doing things the right way. We’ve built a strong reputation across civil, industrial, and mission critical projects by putting in honest work and delivering quality results.

We use the latest technology in the field—including GPS and machine control systems—to improve accuracy, efficiency, and safety on our job sites. At the end of the day, we’re still a boots-on-the-ground company that values hard work, teamwork, and looking out for each other. Our core values—Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Determination and Communication—aren’t just words, they’re how we run every job.

If you’re someone who understands both the field and technology side of construction and likes solving problems, you’ll fit right in here.

What you’ll get to do:

• Support and troubleshoot GPS and machine control systems on active job sites
• Assist with setup, calibration, and implementation of machine control equipment
• Work with field teams to ensure systems are being used correctly and efficiently
• Provide hands-on and remote support to operators and field personnel
• Train crews on machine control systems and best practices
• Track and manage machine control files, models, and version control
• Coordinate with survey and modeling teams to ensure accurate, usable data
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve production
• Work with vendors (Topcon, Komatsu, Trimble) to resolve technical issues
• Support field surveying operations as needed
• Read and interpret blueprints, models, and technical documents
• Promote safe use of technology to improve jobsite safety and reduce rework

About You:

• 2–3 years of experience with machine control, GPS, or construction technology
• Experience with systems like Topcon and Komatsu required (Trimble preferred)
• Strong understanding of construction operations and jobsite workflows
• Comfortable troubleshooting issues in the field and working independently
• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed
• Strong communication skills and ability to train field personnel
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Basic computer proficiency required

What’s in it for you:

• Full-time, steady work
• PTO, health, and dental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunities to work with advanced construction technology
• Training, development, and opportunities to grow within the company

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