Construction layout Technicians/ Surveyor

Company Description Gaylor Electric, Inc. is a national electrical contractor focused on high-performance project delivery and strong financial results. The organization emphasizes excellence in workmanship, safety, and reliability across all projects. Team members are recognized as a core asset, with a culture that promotes engagement, development, and accountability. By consistently delivering quality and building trust, Gaylor Electric maintains long-term client relationships and ongoing opportunities for growth.

**Role Description The Construction Layout Technician/Surveyor is a full-time, on-site role based in Atlanta, GA, responsible for supporting accurate layout and verification of construction work. Daily tasks include performing Underground and Overhead Building Layout, and setting out locations for electrical and related construction elements using GPS/Base and Robotic Total Stations. The role involves verifying dimensions and elevations, conducting inspections of installed work against plans and specifications, and documenting field conditions. The technician/surveyor collaborates with project managers, engineers, and field supervisors to interpret drawings, resolve layout issues, and ensure work meets quality and safety standards. The position also requires maintaining detailed records, complying with construction safety procedures, and supporting continuous improvement in layout p

rocesses.

Responsibilities

* Perform layout for underground conduits, duct banks, equipment pads, electrical rooms, floor boxes, sleeves, penetrations, and overhead supports.

* Operate GPS/GNSS equipment, robotic total stations, and base-and-rover systems.

* Establish and verify project control points, perform project localization, and check layout accuracy.

* Read construction drawings and coordinate layout needs with project managers, engineers, and field supervisors.

* Verify locations and elevations, collect as-built points, and document discrepancies.

* Maintain survey equipment and follow all job-site safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

* Two or more years of experience in construction layout, land surveying, or a combination of both.

* Working knowledge of GPS/GNSS equipment and robotic total stations.

* Knowledge of project localization using base-and-rover systems.

* Ability to interpret construction drawings, dimensions, elevations, and control-point information.

* Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to accurate fieldwork.

* Ability to work safely and effectively on active construction sites.

Preferred Experience and Training

Trimble equipment and software experience is preferred but is not required. Electrical construction layout experience and familiarity with CAD or BIM models are also beneficial.

We are willing to train individuals who meet the experience requirements and demonstrate a strong work ethic, foundational surveying knowledge, and a willingness to learn our equipment and processes.**