Stringless Paving Technician

Clarkson Construction Company; Truesdale (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarkson Construction Company is seeking a Stringless Paving Technician to support slipform paving operations using advanced GPS machine control. You will handle setup, calibration, operation, and troubleshooting to ensure precise grade and alignment on road, bridge, and paving projects.

The role requires working outdoors in varying weather, coordinating with the paving superintendent and field crews, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience with stringless paving systems or GPS machine control.
• Concrete slipform paving experience preferred.
• Ability to read construction plans and cross-sections.
• Experience with 3D digital models and machine control files.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate stringless paving systems and GPS platforms.
• Maintain GPS base stations and verify system calibrations.
• Monitor real-time alignment and grade to meet specs.
• Coordinate with field crews and project team to meet production goals.

Skills

Stringless paving

GPS machine control

Construction plans reading

3D digital models

Troubleshooting

Outdoor work

Job description

Clarkson Construction Company is a leading firm in the heavy civil construction industry with a proud history of delivering complex infrastructure projects across Missouri. Our portfolio spans site development, grading, paving, and bridge construction, underscoring our commitment to excellence and innovation.

Clarkson Construction Company offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where innovation and hard work are recognized and rewarded. We believe in investing in our employees through professional development and advancement opportunities. Join us and be a part of a team that shapes the infrastructure in and around one of America's most vibrant cities.

Job Summary

The Stringless Paving Technician will support slipform paving operations utilizing advanced GPS machine control systems. This role is responsible for the setup, calibration, operation, and troubleshooting of stringless paving technology to ensure precise grade, alignment, and quality during concrete paving operations. The Stringless Paving Technician plays a critical role in achieving production efficiency, specification compliance, and overall project success on roadway, bridge, and paving projects.

Key Responsibilities

Stringless System Setup & Operation

• Set up and operate stringless paving systems, including Leica, Trimble, and Topcon platforms
• Establish and maintain GPS base stations and robotic total stations
• Perform system calibrations and verification prior to paving operations
• Upload, manage, and validate digital paving models

Grade & Alignment Control

• Monitor real-time paving alignment and grade during slipform operations
• Verify tolerances meet project specifications and agency requirements
• Perform quality checks and make adjustments as needed to maintain accuracy

Technical Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• Diagnose and resolve machine control system issues in the field
• Maintain and protect GPS equipment, cables, sensors, and related hardware
• Coordinate with survey teams to ensure accurate control points and model integrity

Field Coordination

• Work closely with the Paving Superintendent, Project Engineer, and field crews
• Communicate technical issues and adjustments clearly to operators
• Support production goals while maintaining strict quality standards

Qualifications

• Experience with stringless paving systems or GPS machine control technology preferred
• Concrete slipform paving experience strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, profiles, and cross-sections
• Experience working with 3D digital models and machine control files
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and travel as project needs require

Clarkson Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sex, marital or domestic partnership status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.