Field Layout Robotics Operator

Company Description:

Blackboard Studio deploys layout robots and LiDAR scanners on construction sites. We've completed projects for some of NYC's largest GCs, Subcontractors, and developers. We're an authorized Dusty Robotics Service Provider covering the East Coast.The company values innovation, precision, and practical problem-solving on the jobsite. Team members are encouraged to challenge outdated practices and contribute to a more efficient future for construction.

Role Description:

The Field Layout Robotics Operator is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY. This role is responsible for operating field layout robotics and related equipment to translate digital design plans into accurate physical layouts on construction sites. Day-to-day tasks include setting up, calibrating, and operating robotic layout systems; reading and interpreting drawings, models, and layout plans; and marking or verifying layout points on floors, walls, and other surfaces. The operator will inspect work areas and completed layouts for accuracy and quality, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, and perform routine maintenance on machines and hand tools. The role also involves coordinating with project managers, designers, and field crews, reporting progress and issues clearly, following safety protocols, and documenting layout activities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience with layout quality control practices, including measuring, verifying tolerances, and documenting layout accuracy.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with site teams, supervisors, and design staff.
• Comfort reading and interpreting construction drawings.
• Comfort operating an iPad.
• High attention to detail, reliability in following procedures, and commitment to safety standards.
• Prior experience in construction, surveying, or a related technical field is preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on active jobsites for extended periods.
• Ability to lift 75 pound loads daily and work in varied weather conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in construction technology, surveying, or robotics is a plus.
• OSHA 30 is required.
• NYC SST (Site Safety Training) card is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.

Note to Applicants:

• Blackboard Studio is not for everyone. We operate at the highest level of execution and professionalism on every project, every day. We expect precision, attention to detail, and pride in the work. If that's not your standard, this role isn't a fit.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $75,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience
• Performance bonus tied to company metrics
• Health Insurance

Blackboard Studio Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.