Field Layout Trainer (Total Station / UTS) – Construction Survey Technology

Position Summary

A growing concrete construction contractor is seeking a field-focused Field Layout Trainer to support and develop crews using robotic total stations (UTS). This is not primarily a solo layout role. Success in this position is defined by the ability to train crews effectively, improve layout consistency, troubleshoot field issues calmly, and help maintain production flow across active jobsites.

Primary Responsibilities

• Train field crews on total station best practices, including:
  • Equipment setup routines
  • Daily accuracy checks
  • Layout workflows
  • Verification procedures
  • Jobsite standards
• Provide hands-on coaching to foremen and crew members so teams can perform layout independently and consistently
• Troubleshoot layout and total station issues related to workflow, control, and accuracy to minimize downtime and rework
• Establish and maintain jobsite control, including:
  • Control points
  • Reference points
  • Benchmarks
• Verify protection and accuracy of field control systems
• Coordinate with Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Managers to ensure crews have the tools and information needed to execute layout correctly and on schedule

Secondary Responsibilities

• Assist with basic file organization and field data consistency to support layout workflows
• Support spot checks for horizontal/vertical control and layout verification as needed

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Land Surveying or a closely related field
• 2–5 years of experience using robotic total stations in construction or surveying environments
• Strong understanding of:
  • Jobsite control
  • Benchmarks
  • Layout verification
  • Practical field accuracy procedures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with field crews and project leadership
• Patient, clear, and effective teaching/coaching approach

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Growth-minded and motivated to continuously improve
• Calm under pressure with strong troubleshooting ability
• Practical and field-credible; respected by crews
• Team-oriented with a hands-on mindset

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based role
• Travel to active construction jobsites required
• Outdoor work in varying weather and jobsite conditions

What Success Looks Like

• Crews operate total stations independently with fewer mistakes and less downtime
• Improved consistency in jobsite control and verification across projects
• Faster resolution of layout and technology issues impacting production

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation and benefits will be competitive and based on experience.

Reach out to Parker Thomas at parker@solidrockrecruiting.com or 605.221.8443