Topcon GPS/GNSS Trainer - Field & Classroom Specialist

R-2 Contractors; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match up to 3%

80 hours PTO annually

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Topcon GPS/GNSS Trainer to provide hands-on instruction and technical support across nationwide construction projects. This role supports construction layout, data collection, digital modeling, and GPS machine-control systems, helping teams use Topcon technology accurately and efficiently.

The successful candidate will combine advanced Topcon data collector proficiency, machine-control expertise, and strong training skills. Travel of 75–100% is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Topcon GPS/GNSS equipment, data collectors, field software, and machine-control technology.
• Experience with construction positioning, coordinate systems, benchmarks, site calibration, and localization.
• Familiarity with GNSS base stations, network RTK, radios, and cellular corrections.
• Ability to travel nationwide to project sites 75–100% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom and field training on Topcon GPS/GNSS receivers, base/rover systems, data collectors, coordinate systems, localization, stakeout, topo/as-built collection, terrain models, and machine control.
• Train surveyors, grade checkers, machine operators, foremen, and field personnel; tailor instruction to varying experience levels.
• Support project setup, job files, control points, data import/export, coding, digital terrain models, construction surfaces, and consistent field data collection practices.
• Train crews in setup, calibration, operation, and troubleshooting of Topcon machine-control systems on excavators, dozers, graders, and other GPS-controlled equipment.
• Assist with loading and verifying 3D models and machine-control files; troubleshoot GNSS reception, radio/network communications, sensors, antennas, and related components.

Skills

Topcon GPS/GNSS

Data collectors

Field software

Machine-control technology

National travel

Tools

MAGNET Field

MAGNET Office

CAD

Civil 3D

John Deere machine control

Job description

R-2 Contractors is seeking an experienced Topcon GPS/GNSS Trainer to provide hands-on instruction and technical support across nationwide construction projects. This role supports construction layout, data collection, digital modeling, and GPS machine-control systems, helping teams use Topcon technology accurately and efficiently.

The successful candidate will combine advanced Topcon data collector proficiency, machine-control expertise, and strong training skills. Travel of 75–100% is required.