Field Technician

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Performs field technology activities related to layout, data capture, and verification in support of construction operations. Uses instruments and digital tools to collect, analyze, and report field data, contributing to project accuracy and productivity. Applies working knowledge of construction technology systems to complete moderately complex tasks independently.

Key Responsibilities:
Performs layout verification, LiDAR scanning, and digital data collection to support construction accuracy and documentation.
Sets up, calibrates, and operates total stations, scanners, and other field technology instruments in accordance with project specifications.
Processes and reviews scan or layout data to identify discrepancies and communicates findings to field teams.
Maintains equipment inventory, conducts regular inspections, and reports service or maintenance needs.
Supports implementation of field technology workflows on job sites to improve efficiency and data quality.
Provides basic training and guidance to less experienced technicians on proper tool usage and safety protocols.

Education Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
2–4 years of experience in field technology, construction layout, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction certification required.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.