Total Station Technician

The Total Station Technician supports the electrical construction team by providing accurate, model-based layout and verification in the field. This role ensures all electrical systems, racks, conduit, and equipment are installed precisely according to coordinated BIM models and design documents, supporting efficient prefab installation and on-time project delivery.

• →Perform electrical layout using total station equipment for conduit, hangers, sleeves, lighting, and equipment.
• →Verify field conditions and provide accurate as-built data to the VDC team.
• →Establish and maintain project control points and coordinate systems.
• →Support prefabrication accuracy through precise field measurements.
• →Perform daily instrument checks, ensuring accuracy and calibration.
• →Communicate proactively with VDC, prefab, and field teams to resolve layout issues.
• →Maintain records, layout logs, and deviation reports.

• Experience with total station equipment (Trimble, Leica, or Topcon).
• Working knowledge of Trimble Field Link, Autodesk Point Layout, or similar software.
• Understanding of electrical construction drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication between field and office teams.

CarolinaPower is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CarolinaPower is one of five leading electrical and mechanical contracting and construction companies within the PPC Partners, Inc. family of companies. At CarolinaPower, our people are our power. As a premier electrical contractor, our people are what enable us to stand out in our industry. They’re the reason for our success. Founded on the principle that every person should strive to first and foremost be a servant leader, we work tirelessly to keep our people safe, enlighten and stimulate their minds, and teach them how to be good stewards of the community in a genuinely serving way. From these efforts, we’ve grown into a truly unique company. By putting our people first, we are able to consistently deliver to the highest quality standards in the industry and develop lasting relationships with our customers.

Our people thrive in this entrepreneurial structure that encourages every individual to learn and grow. Our commitment to the advancement of our people is unique to our industry and keeps our company strong. We invest in our people not just professionally, but personally as well through our continuing education and development opportunities. As one employee improves the company improves, and we move forward stronger together. We believe in this so much that we annually survey our employee engagement to ensure we’re living by the golden rule, and maintaining an environment that motivates, challenges, and values our people. Each year, we score above the industry average.