Instrument Man

Company Overview

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee‑owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide‑ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high‑performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award‑winning training programs, a best‑in‑class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

We Live Our Core Values:

• We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: we value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: we respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Instrument Man will support an exciting Renewable Energy project in LaRue, TX. This role is responsible for using a Trimble Robotic Total Station with Trimble Access software to establish points, boundaries, lines, elevations, and other critical project measurements. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of Instrument Man experience with strong knowledge of construction staking, level loops, and GPS site calibration.

Responsibilities

• Complete Task Hazard Analysis (THA) logs daily.
• Recognize and communicate hazards/danger zones to surveying crew.
• Assist survey crew in performing surveys and field stake‑out (roads, bridges, buildings, and other properties).
• Assist with the interpretation of electronic drawing systems.
• Operate and set up surveying instruments (Trimble Robotic Total Station, etc.) for land surveying operations.
• Utilize engineer calculator.
• Transfer grid lines and elevations from a set point.
• Identify survey tools and material (laser, level, road, stakes, transit, etc.).
• Position and hold vertical rods/targets used for sighting to measure angles, distance, and elevations.
• Provide surveying equipment maintenance, cleaning, and proper storage.
• Successfully complete required training to use personal arrest system.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working on new construction projects in commercial, civil, or marine environments.
• Able to perform work with minimum supervision.
• Understand construction terminology.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Must identify and utilize common construction materials, hand tools, and power tools (hammer, shovel, laser level, water pump, measuring tape, hammer drill, saw, demolition hammer, etc.).
• Proven commitment to safety.
• Work in an organized manner.
• Ability to work night shifts when needed.
• Reliable transportation to/from the job site.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Self‑motivated and can work well with others.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting/pushing/pulling of material weighing 50 pounds.
• Ability to squat, crawl, and work in confined spaces.
• Minimum age 18 +.
• Proof of Identity and Employment Authorization.
• TWIC Card required.