About the role#
Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking a Stringless Paving Intern to join our GPS team. This role involves utilizing technology to support our paving operations, working alongside crews to guide concrete pavers using robotic total stations and other survey equipment. This is a full-time position that requires travel and the ability to work extended hours as needed.
What you'll do#
- Position total stations to control the horizontal and vertical alignment of trimmers and concrete pavers.
- Establish job site control networks and perform construction layout of pavement edges and joints.
- Perform quality assurance of tolerances to line and grade during active paving and trimming.
- As-built pavement to ensure new designs tie into existing infrastructure.
- Work from engineering plans to establish lines and grades.
- Coordinate surveying activities with jobsite Superintendents.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least two years of construction industry experience.
- Working knowledge of survey practices, computations, and construction procedures.
- Ability to operate field equipment including Total Stations, GPS Rovers, and Auto Levels.
- Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong math, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.
- Technical aptitude and knowledge of basic computer technology.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
- Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and construction equipment.
- Preferred: College or Technical Degree in Surveying or construction, experience in Civil construction, and familiarity with AutoCad or Trimble software.
Location & details#
- Locations: Columbia, MO; Kansas City, MO; O'Fallon, MO; Springfield, MO; and Springdale, AR.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
- Travel: This role requires travel between branch offices and project sites, including some overnight travel.
About Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is a heavy civil infrastructure contractor based in Columbia, Missouri. Founded in 1972, the company provides services including excavation, grading, bridge construction, and paving. It operates as part of the employee-owned ESS Companies. The firm maintains a workforce of over 600 employees across multiple locations.
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