Precision Grade Operator (GPS/Survey)

Thalle Construction Company, Inc.; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO & Holidays

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Job summary

Thalle Construction Company, Inc. in Clayton, NC is seeking an experienced Fine Grade Operator to produce precise finished grades for foundations, utilities, roadways and site improvements on our heavy civil projects.

You will collaborate with survey crews, grade foremen and superintendents to meet elevations and slope specifications. The role requires operating GPS and laser-guided equipment, reading grading plans, and maintaining strict tolerances for concrete and asphalt work.

Qualifications

• Proficiency operating GPS- and laser-controlled grading equipment.
• Ability to read civil drawings and grading plans.
• Strong understanding of elevations, slopes, and drainage.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of soil behavior, compaction, and grading best practices.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate GPS- and laser-guided equipment to achieve final design grades.
• Fine grade building pads, roadways, parking lots, sidewalks, and utility trenches.
• Read and interpret grading plans, profiles, cross sections, and survey stakes.
• Verify finished elevations, slopes, and drainage requirements.
• Maintain tight tolerances required for concrete, asphalt, and structural work.
• Assist with rough grading when required while prioritizing finish work.

Skills

GPS/laser grading

Civil drawings reading

Elevations & drainage

Attention to detail

Soil compaction

Independent work

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Leica GPS

Job description

Thalle Construction Company, Inc. in Clayton, NC is seeking an experienced Fine Grade Operator to produce precise finished grades for foundations, utilities, roadways and site improvements on our heavy civil projects.

You will collaborate with survey crews, grade foremen and superintendents to meet elevations and slope specifications. The role requires operating GPS and laser-guided equipment, reading grading plans, and maintaining strict tolerances for concrete and asphalt work.