Total Station Expert (Surveyor) - Billings

Total Station Expert (Surveyor) - Billings

Job ID: 40989

Location: Billings, MT

Category: Construction

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

Total Station Expert/Surveyor - Billings, MT

A well established western states construction company is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Total Station Expert/Surveyor to join their team. This individual will be responsible for conducting precise surveying and layout work using total station equipment. The Total Station Expert will work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to implement layout plans and support the successful completion of our projects.

Why You Want This Job:

Competitive staring wage: $35/hour

Full-time schedule: 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Benefits for eligible employees:

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

Flexible Spending accounts

Retirement Savings, Matching & Profit Sharing

Vacation, Sick Leave & Holiday Pay

Employee referral program

Continued education

On-the-job training

Discretionary Bonuses

Paid Drive Time (1-hour per day)

Essential Duties

Perform precise surveying and layout work using total station equipment

Establish and maintain survey control points and benchmarks on construction sites

Ensure accuracy and precision in all layout tasks, including building corners, walls, columns, and other structural elements

Interpret construction drawings and specifications to accurately translate design intent to the field

Utilize total station technology to perform as-built surveys and verify the accuracy of completed work

Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to develop and implement layout plans

Communicate effectively with site personnel to ensure layout tasks are understood and executed correctly

Maintain clear and accurate records of layout work, including field notes, sketches, and digital data

Participate in project meetings and provide input on layout-related matters

Conduct regular checks to verify the accuracy of layout work and make necessary adjustments

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, civil engineering, or a related field is preferred

Minimum of 5 years of experience in surveying and layout work, specifically using total station equipment

Proficiency in the use of total station equipment, GPS, and other surveying tools

Strong understanding of construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications

Valid driver's license and the ability to travel to various job sites as needed

Ability to work overtime and Saturdays on an as-needed basis

Ability to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds as required

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening