What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Surveyor / Layout Technician position at SpawGlass?
As our Layout Technician, you will play a key role in supporting safe, accurate, and high‑quality construction layout across a variety of project sites. You will will assist with or independently perform layout tasks, operate and maintain survey instruments, collect and document field data, and help establish or verify control networks critical to project execution.
You will contribute to precise and efficient construction operations by demonstrating strong attention to detail, technical aptitude, and effective collaboration with field crews and other departments. Advanced technicians may take on complex layout responsibilities, lead layout operations, oversee control systems, and collaborate with project teams while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
Successful technician's in this role are committed to accuracy, safety, professional growth, and delivering high‑quality results in a dynamic field environment.
\n- Technical Accuracy & Attention to Detail
- Surveying & Instrument Proficiency
- Construction Layout Knowledge
- Data Collection & Documentation
- Problem‑Solving & Critical Thinking
- Safety Awareness
- Collaboration & Communication
- Planning & Time Management
- Continuous Learning & Technical Growth
- High school diploma or GED preferred, technical coursework or certificate in surveying is a plus.
- Previous experience in layout/surveying on civil construction projects.
- Proficiency with survey instruments and data collectors. Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Trimble/Leica software required.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail, communication and problem solving.
- Valid driver's license.
Essential Functions
You must be able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, climb ladders, climb stairs, walk on uneven ground, work above ground on scaffolds, have depth of perception to avoid excavations and other hazards, hear well enough to recognize the sounds of horns and sirens on moving equipment and have good finger manipulation. There is a constant lifting of 10 lbs., frequent lifting of 25 lbs. and maximum single person lifting of 50 lbs. For items over 50 lbs. get assistance from a co worker. Team members must be able to climb on light or heavy equipment, carry and use hand tools. There is standing up to seven hours of an eight-hour shift. Ability to work in outside temperatures from 25 - 115 degrees.
SpawGlass is an Equal Opportunity Employer.