Trimble GPS Operator

Trimble Operator

Construction Layout and GPS Data Collection

Pay: $26–$35 per hour, based on experience

Location: Charleston, SC

Job Type: Full-time

Industry: Electrical Construction

Position Overview

We are hiring an experienced Trimble Operator to support field layout, GPS data collection, and constructability verification for electrical construction projects.

This position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience operating Trimble GPS equipment in grading, sitework, excavation, underground utilities, or heavy civil construction. The Trimble Operator will collect and communicate accurate field data to electrical designers and engineers, helping ensure installations can be completed according to the project plans and actual jobsite conditions.

This is a field-based position. Candidates must have personally operated Trimble GPS equipment. Drafting, CAD, or surveying experience without hands-on Trimble field operation will not qualify.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Full-time, long-term opportunity
• Company truck provided for work-related use
• Steady electrical and construction project work
• Opportunities to work alongside engineering, design, and field construction teams
• Career growth within construction technology and field layout
• Travel opportunities throughout the project territory

What You’ll Do

• Operate Trimble GPS equipment to locate, verify, and capture construction points
• Perform field layout for electrical construction installations
• Collect accurate coordinates, elevations, measurements, and jobsite data
• Upload and manage project information through Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Share captured field data with electrical designers and engineers
• Help verify project constructability before and during installation
• Compare project design information against actual field conditions
• Identify potential layout conflicts or discrepancies
• Maintain accurate field records and layout documentation
• Coordinate with project managers, field supervisors, engineers, and design teams
• Travel to active construction sites as required
• Safely operate and maintain the assigned company vehicle and Trimble equipment

What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on experience operating Trimble GPS equipment is required
• Experience with GPS construction layout, point collection, and field verification
• Background in grading, site development, excavation, civil construction, or underground utilities preferred
• Experience with Juniper equipment or total stations may be considered
• Ability to understand coordinates, elevations, construction plans, and field layout information
• Ability to accurately collect and communicate field data
• Comfortable working outdoors and on active construction sites
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability and willingness to travel to project locations
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Preferred Background

The strongest candidates will have experience as a Trimble Operator, GPS Technician, Grade Checker, Construction Layout Technician, Survey Instrument Operator, Civil Layout Technician, or Sitework GPS Specialist.