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David Careers

Machine Control Specialist - Kiewit Equipment Services

Posted 4 days ago

kiewitFort Worth (TX)
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsOther Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

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Machine Control Specialist - Kiewit Equipment Services
Location: Fort Worth, TX, US Requisition ID: 181417 Job Level: Entry Level Home District/Group: Kiewit Equipment Services Department: Equipment Market: Transportation Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview: Kiewit Equipment Services is hiring a Machine Control Specialist to plan, install, and support safety and machine control systems across North American projects. The specialist will operate in dynamic field environments and independently support project equipment technology needs. This includes logistics, work planning, project communications, troubleshooting and problem solving within a fast paced timeline critical environment. This role closely collaborates with project, survey and equipment teams. District Overview Kiewit has one of the largest fleets of construction equipment in North America, which places our work and expertise at the forefront of the industry. We demand the most modern and technologically-advanced equipment available for our work at Kiewit. To support almost all of our operations, Kiewit's equipment team is committed to ensuring the safety, compliance and reliability of our equipment operations. Location Fort Worth, TX (Greater than 50% travel required)
Responsibilities:
  • Understand and comply with all federal, state, and company health, safety, and environmental requirements
  • Install, commission, and validate GNSS/UTS machine control and proximity detection systems on dozers, graders, excavators, compactors, and haul units
  • Configure/calibrate sensors, radios, base/rover setups, and in-cab displays; verify accuracy against site control
  • Exercise independent field judgment: sequence work, adapt mounts/harness routing, design practical radio/network layouts, and standardize solutions
  • Troubleshoot 12/24V DC, CAN bus, hydraulics interfaces, firmware/config issues, and communications links
  • Provide on-site and remote support; document fixes, close work orders, and train operators/foremen on best practices
  • Communicate with project management and equipment teams
  • Escalate appropriately and exercise stop-work authority when safety or control accuracy is at risk
Qualifications:
  • 2-4 years of education or practical experience with Trimble/Topcon/Leica (or similar) on heavy civil equipment
  • Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude: read schematics, terminate/crimp, route harnesses, mount sensors, light fabrication
  • Working knowledge of GNSS/RTK, radio/data links, base station setup, and total station workflows
  • Ability to read civil plans/surfaces/alignments and align models to production goals
  • Demonstrated independent decision-making: sets priorities, balances risk vs. schedule, and documents rationale
  • Valid driver's license; comfortable working outdoors in variable conditions
Preferred: OEM/vendor certifications (e.g., Trimble Earthworks, Topcon 3D-MC), basic scripting/reporting, welding/fab, heavy equipment background
Competencies: We will be looking for the following competencies in candidates for the Machine Control Specialist position:
  • Natural curiosity / entrepreneurial spirit
  • Ability to work in challenging situations
  • Problem solving
  • Detail-oriented
  • DrivenField-first mindset with strong decision making instincts
  • Ability to influence and communicate effectively with project, survey, and equipment teams
Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Frequent travel; variable schedules aligned to project needs (overtime/night/weekend possible)
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines
  • Work overtime/night/weekend as required
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs and climb on/around machines while wearing required PPEWe offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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