GPS Software Technician

Position Description

Purpose
The purpose of this role is to deliver efficient and effective technical and administrative support and successfully complete assigned projects according to specifications. The primary role of this position is building accurate GPS models and supporting the grading department. The secondary role is to assist with the coordination, management and technical support of company assets and field personnel.

Focus & Scope
Essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. those which are basic, necessary, and an integral part of the job, are indicated below:

Company / Entity

Promotes a zero injury culture through the support of Teichert's Injury Prevention and Safety program and active participation in safety meetings and training sessions. Proactively identifies, and communicates, safety improvements and hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions to maintain a safe, healthy work environment and meet corporate safety standards.

Promotes, and protects Teichert Construction values including diversity, teamwork, fair work environment, and respect of others. Maintains a "team" spirit within the business unit. Works and cooperates with other disciplines (across company lines). Uses resources effectively and efficiently.

Promotes and protects the community perception of Teichert.

Technical / Specialty Area

Modeling building for rough grade and finish grade of subdivisions, site work and roads and highways.

Provides up to date and accurate model files to the field on a timely basis.

Works with project management staff and engineers to obtain CAD files, approved plans, and control points for modeling use.

Provides up to date earthwork calculations based on field topo's vs. the current model.

Coverts and incorporates tie out information, provided from the field, in the model for field use.

Joins, labels and colors all model line work based on what was agreed to with the job foreman in the pre-job meeting.

Time management is key when building models that take several days. Always works with the goal in mind to meet and exceed deadlines that are given. The next model or earthwork takeoff is waiting!

Ability to work on multiple tasks at the same time.

Ability to establish a good working relationship with all foreman, grade setters, superintendents, and project managers.

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all civil engineers.

Ability to complete model revisions/changes as soon as possible while communicating with the foreman the status of when the revised model will be completed.

Willingness to listen and learn from job foremen and apply what is learned to the model building process.

Ability to meet all expected deadlines while paying close attention and maintaining accuracy.

Willingness to take on whatever project or revision comes up.

Teamwork, communication and follow through are key ingredients to achieving success.

Provides asset coordination, allocation, management and technical training and support to field personal.

Ability to adapt and deal with change on a daily, weekly, monthly basis.

Ability to deal positively with the pressures associated with deadline.

Ability to process grading information, such as, plans, plan revisions and surveying cut sheets.

Relationships, Qualifications and Requirements, & Competencies

Key Relationships

Reports to:

• Construction Technology Manager

Direct reports:

• None

External clients:

• Design Engineers, Owners, Vendors

Internal clients:

• Foremen, Grade Setters, Superintendents, Project Managers

Role Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

• Four (4) year degree from a technical school, university or state college, or applicable work experience.

Experience & Industry Expertise:

• Minimum of two (2) year of takeoff experience using AGTEK or Trimble Business Center.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience using AutoCAD.
• Must be able to read and interpret grading plans and specifications.
• Two (2) years of grading field experience preferred.

Specific Job Requirements:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
• Valid Driver's License
• Current on all company required safety training
• Ability to preserve confidential and proprietary information and successfully avoid conflicts-of-interest
• Ability to read and interpret grading plans and specifications
• Ability to utilize computer aided systems and equipment
• Knowledge of company's Standard Operating Policies and Procedures
• Preferred working knowledge of construction equipment, materials, techniques, and required standards applicable to discipline

Competencies

• Detail Oriented
• Self-Starter
• Team Player
• Time Management
• Relationship Management
• Business Acumen
• Communications
• Organization and Management
• Well versed in: plan reading, plan specification navigation and field grading processes.
• Technology: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, AGTEK, Blue Beam, Google Earth, VisionLink, and Trimble Business Center.
• Technical competence in construction

Equipment Used, Physical Demands, and Work Environment

Equipment Used:

• Computer, personal protective equipment

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical: Sitting for long periods of time working at the computer or driving to job sites. Job site visits require walking on uneven ground, climbing, bending, and stooping. Some lifting of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May work long hours during peak seasons.
• Work Environment: Typical office environment with adequate temperatures and lighting, low levels of noise. Exposed to the conditions of job sites which can include loud noise, dust, fumes, and extreme weather conditions prevalent at the time. May work various shifts or hours, including early mornings, dusk or evenings.

Position Description Cont.

BASE SALARY RANGE
$77,500.00 - $108,500.00
The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonable expects to pay for the position. The actual base salary is subject to variation due to the role, level, geographic location, relevant education, training, or experience, among other factors.

Employer Disclosure Statement
The above statements and job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Teichert and its subsidiaries are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Agencies
Teichert, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Teichert") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Teichert, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Teichert mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Teichert employees, or to Teichert's resume database will be considered Teichert property. Teichert will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Teichert will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Teichert's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Teichert will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Teichert's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Teichert employee is authorized to bind Teichert to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.