Electrical Layout / Total Station Operator

Wasatch Electric•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wasatch Electric is a subsidiary of publicly traded EMCOR Group Inc. and has been serving the community since 1919. The Company provides full-scale electrical design-build, installation, maintenance, repair, and retrofit services for a wide range of markets. Wasatch Electric has been built on a commitment to our customers, our employees, and the communities we serve. Wasatch Electric is and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Layout / Total Station Operator to support commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This role is responsible for precise field layout, verification, and as‑built documentation using total stations and related surveying/ layout technology. The ideal candidate understands electrical construction drawings, is comfortable working independently in the field, and can coordinate closely with foremen, project managers, and general contractor survey control.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret: Electrical plans and specifications Site and civil drawings BIM or coordinated layout drawings
Proficiency with basic data transfer (USB, SD card, or Bluetooth)

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience operating total stations in construction layout
Experience with electrical construction (commercial, industrial, or data center preferred), or other types of construction
Experience on data centers, industrial plants, or large commercial projects
Familiarity with BIM/VDC workflows (Revit, Trimble, etc.)
Survey or construction layout training or certification

Responsibilities

Operate total stations (GT‑703 or similar) to perform electrical layout for: Underground conduit and duct banks Stub‑ups and embeds Equipment pads, anchor bolts, and housekeeping pads Switchgear, transformers, generators, and MCCs
Establish layout using GC‑provided control points and benchmarks
Verify horizontal and vertical elevations prior to concrete pours and equipment setting
Coordinate layout with BIM/VDC models, electrical drawings, and site plans
Work with foremen and crews to ensure accurate placement and clearances
Identify and communicate conflicts or discrepancies before installation
Support multi‑trade coordination efforts on large projects
Capture installed conditions for as‑built drawings
Maintain organized layout data and field notes
Assist project teams with turnover documentation when required
Maintain and care for surveying equipment
Perform routine checks for accuracy and calibration
Follow company safety policies and jobsite procedures at all times