Total Station Operator
Wisconsin
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Northern Concrete is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Total Station Operator to join our construction team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the accurate layout and construction of our projects. Your primary responsibilities will include operating surveying instruments, coordinating field data, and maintaining a high level of precision throughout the construction process.


Responsibilities:

  • Layout construction sites for the installation of footings, walls, and flatwork.
  • Assist wall crews in the accurate placement of anchor bolts and reinforcement of walls and footings.
  • Check elevation/verify with plans and set heights.
  • Perform various administrative duties.
  • Review all plans.
  • Load field data into the computer.
  • File jobs.
  • Relay information from the field to Supervisor and CAD department.
  • Create accurate field notes for use in job binders.
  • Maintain inventory on van.
  • Adjust and operate surveying instruments such as prisms.
  • Compile information necessary to stake projects for construction, using engineering plans.
  • Position and hold the vertical rods or targets.
  • Search for section corners, property irons, and survey points.
  • Lay out grids and determine horizontal and vertical controls.
  • Compare survey computations with applicable standards to determine the adequacy of data.
  • Maintain equipment and vehicles used by surveying crews.
  • Coordinate re-digs and relay info to the supervisor.
  • Ensure all soil conditions are acceptable for the placement of concrete.
  • Ensure all side banks and jumps are safety ensured for NCC employees.
  • Responsible for stopping pours if placement isn’t eye/plan ready.
  • Needs to have a supervisor's eye and report any failure of systems/process procedures.
  • Help plan the schedule, including communicating factors that will influence the schedule.
  • Reporting of all total station checklist items.


Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Proven experience as a Total Station Operator or similar role in construction.
  • Proficiency in operating and maintaining surveying instruments (Trimble experience preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to interpret engineering plans and drawings.
  • Knowledge of construction safety protocols.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicle.