Construction Layout Tech

Fessler & Bowman Inc•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

As a Surveyor for Fessler & Bowman, you will assist field team members by staking out sites and developing layouts. Working closely with foremen, you will help keep customers satisfied and support the company’s reputation through production. The role includes assisting with plan layout and site stakeout; transferring reference points and alignments from design drawings to construction sites; reading blueprints and laying out sidewalks, slabs, and walls; setting forms; laying out storm sewer, sanitary sewer, watermain, parking lots, curbs, and building pads; and setting up GPS units using control points and blueprints. You will work independently and safely with a foreman or project manager to address field problems, help lead and manage a crew, and support field teams through physical labor and equipment operation. Travel to surrounding job sites may be required. A per diem is provided for travel and overnight stays when applicable.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in the construction industry.
Experience with elevations.
Knowledge of Trimble GPS systems.
Willingness to travel to surrounding job sites.
Ability to work independently and safely in conjunction with a foreman or project manager.

Responsibilities

Assist foremen with plan layout and site stakeout as needed.
Transfer reference points and alignments from design drawings to the site for construction.
Read blueprints and lay out jobs, primarily sidewalks, slabs, and walls, including setting forms.
Lay out storm sewer, sanitary sewer, watermain, parking lots, curbs, and building pads.
Set up GPS units using control points and blueprints.
Work independently and safely with a foreman or project manager to solve problems in the field.
Lead and manage a crew to produce quality results.
Support field teams through physical labor and equipment operation.
Perform other relevant tasks as assigned.
Travel to surrounding job sites as needed.