What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade Checker position at Sterling Construction, Inc.?

Sets grade stakes to guide earth moving equipment operators in sloping highways and fill embankments, using measuring instruments and hand tools: Reads survey stakes along highway right-of-way to determine grade specification for embankment.
Measures horizontally and vertically, in specified ratio, from survey stake to juncture of embankment and initial excavation, using survey rod and eye level.
Sets grade stakes, using hatchet, and chalk-marks excavation reference points on stake.
Repeats measuring and staking at specified intervals to form horizontal stakeline along embankment.
Observes excavating activities to verify conformance to stake references and notifies equipment operators or supervisor of deviations.
Capability to run GPS rover and setup GPS daily on site.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Grade Checker.
Experience with Trimble is a plus.
Ability to read and understand site plans.
Must be able to walk, bend and stoop up to 10 hours a day.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Must have experience working in the field.

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