Gps Technician

If you are interested in both construction and technology, this might be a perfect job for you!

Partners Excavating Co. is searching for a GPS Technician to support our field operations. This is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow with a reputable site contractor. At Partners Excavating, we have been providing pre-construction site work, paving, and concrete services in the Shenandoah Valley and surrounding areas since 1975 and are looking for the right team members to contribute to our mission of excellence and progress. Our leadership and field team is well known for teamwork, integrity, and supporting community.

The GPS Department is responsible for constructing GPS modeling that our field team uses to detect the precise grade of the land that is being worked. Information is used for various measurement purposes including basic land marking and models that are loaded directly into the guidance systems in various pieces of excavation equipment. While working in this department you'll get to learn how this amazing technology works and develop a unique skillset that leads to future career opportunities.

At Partners, you'll play a key part in the execution of plans to grow local business, develop new residential areas, and improve infrastructure systems. You will learn from other team members who strive to innovate and deliver high quality results. The part you will play in these processes will lay the foundation for progress that you can look back on and say, “We helped build that.”

Partners offers competitive pay, and a generous benefit package including Health, Dental and Vision Insurance; 401k Matching, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, as well as various employee focused events.

Job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide stakeouts, problem solving assistance, and other day to day GPS functions.
• Assist in training field staff on routine maintenance of GPS technology.
• Assist in implementation of new GPS technology and processes as directed by the GPS Manager.
• Gather data and/or topography shots for as-built models.
• Respond to and address GPS tech/model problems in the field.
• Report problems and findings to GPS Manager.
• Build field models prior to grading operations.
• Ensure field models are kept up to date.

Experience

• Prior GPS Experience is not necessary! We will provide on-the-job training.
• Previous excavation and/or utility experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or above.
• General knowledge of computers.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills (both written and verbal)
• Ability to work well individually and with a team
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for multiple hours.
• Ability to climb.
• Ability to kneel and crouch.
• Ability to twist and reach.
• Ability to grasp, pull, and push.

Location

• On-site (not remote)
• Home office is located in Mt. Crawford, VA
• Ability to travel to jobsites on a daily basis is required. A company vehicle will be provided for travel.

Job Type

• Full-time

Salary

• $20-22 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Partners Excavating provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

NOTICE:

Partners Excavating Participates in E-Verify

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have reliable transportation to and from work?
• Do you have prior experience in excavation or utilities? If yes, please explain.
• Do you have prior experience working with GPS modeling or AutoCAD? If yes, please explain.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mount Crawford, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person