Grade Setter
Core
Setting grade markers and monitoring earth moving equipment operators to ensure accurate grading in sloping and fill embankments.
Role type
Senior IC grade setter (civil construction)
Builds
Graded earthworks and embankments for civil and geotechnical projects
Domain
Civil construction / Geotechnical
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Grade setting and layout, GPS equipment operation (Trimble/Topcon), cut and fill calculation, surveying, equipment configuration, safety compliance
Preferred skills
HAZWOPER training, Supervisory training, OSHA Construction Safety training, First Aid/CPR
Technologies
Trimble, Topcon, GPS systems, mobile radio units
Responsibilities
Set up and calibrate base and rover survey equipment; perform stakeouts, point collection, and grading checks; manage GPS configuration for construction equipment; observe excavating activities to verify conformance to grade markers; communicate deviations to equipment operators and foremen; read and comply with safety plans and procedures.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC