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Location: South Bay, FL

Employment Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Manager Position: No

Reports To: Superintendent

Summary of Functions

This position involves various manual and grading tasks including, but not limited to setting grade markers; monitors grade to guide earth moving equipment operators in sloping and fill embankments; operates and understands the use of a variety of measuring instruments and hand tools. Work will be performed per the Superintendent's instruction and/or assigned representative, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Embrace Forgen's Core Values in all aspects of the job.
• Participate in a drug-free workplace with a random drug testing program.
• Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Responsible for setting up and calibrating base and rover survey equipment, including but not limited to Trimble and Topcon systems.
• Perform surveying tasks using equipment such as Trimble and Topcon for stakeouts, point collection, grading checks, and other assigned duties.
• Manage the configuration of construction equipment with GPS capabilities, including loading machine files and collecting relevant data to support project operations.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Read and comply with safety plans, rules, maintenance instructions, training materials, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform other related duties as assigned.

Experience/Education

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Maintain a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass mandatory post offer drug screen, background check and physical
• 1+ year experience in grade setting and layout in the horizontal construction field.
• 1+ years of experience using Trimble GPS equipment.
• 1+ year experience setting grades, slopes, and understanding cut and fills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Regular and timely attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Ability to understand and operate GPS Rover.
• Aptitude to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Concentration, alertness, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with others or independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all measure units, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• General computer operation is necessary.
• Ability to embrace a culture of safety.
• Reads and sets grade markers following construction plans.
• Operates and ensures proper use of grade equipment.
• Punctual and the ability to work as jobs dictate and fit for duty to accomplish all tasks associated with this position and other duties as required.
• Observes excavating activities to verify conformance to marker references and notifies equipment operators and Foreman of deviations.
• Interacts and professionally communicates with construction crew members who facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of the equipment to complete confirmation of grade specifications for the construction project.
• Familiar with completing original surface topographical mapping.
• Competency inaccurate layout for various jobs and communicating with project managers on specifics of each job requirement.
• May perform various other labor-intensive activities as instructed by Superintendent to help ensure timely project completion.
• Self-sufficient, capable of the following direction, and working unsupervised when needed.
• Excellent customer relations skills.
• Exemplify a strong work ethic.
• Work extended hours, including evenings and weekends as required.

Physical Demands

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.

• Lift, carry and push/pull at least 50 pounds without difficulty.
• Be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations.
• Climb in and out of equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group is important.
• Ability to prepare, inspect and review documents is a critical component of this role.
• Regular use of the telephone and email for communication is also essential.
• Sitting for extended period is common.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculator, copiers, and fax machines.
• Good reasoning ability and decision-making is important.
• Able to understand and utilize management reports, memos, and other documents to conduct business.

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with field project sites.

• Be able to stand or walk on a project site for extended durations.
• Climb in and out of equipment.
• When on project sites or if performing some types of work activity wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, earplugs, protective eyewear, gloves, hard hat, steel toed work boots, and high visibility safety apparel.

Work Environment

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Job Site environment, including, but not limited to, machines, tools, heavy equipment, chemicals, solvents, dust, fumes, noise, toxic materials; waste and infectious materials; work in inclement weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities such as heavy lifting and climbing; work in confined spaces; work at heights, work around heavy construction equipment.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, a retirement plan, employer paid short-term disability, accident insurance, and more. We also reward our employees' hard work with bonuses, vacation, and paid holidays. We believe in a flexible work environment work model for most non-craft positions. As an added bonus, we also offer an awards program, education assistance program, and a robust wellness program.

DEI Statement

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Forgen, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the , we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles here at Forgen, and Forgen is committed to hiring the best candidates for all positions.

The above is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

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