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Machine Control Field Installer and Support Specialist


Job Location:

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 26 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Sales

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Installation: Perform field and shop installations of Topcon 2D/3D machine control components (sensors GNSS receivers total station targets hydraulic interfaces wiring harnesses and display control boxes) on heavy construction equipment.
  • Calibration & Setup: Calibrate tune and test machine control components and hydraulic responses to ensure precise operation according to job site specs.
  • Diagnostics & Field Support: Perform on-site and remote troubleshooting to diagnose hardware electrical radio GNSS and hydraulic/interface issues.
  • Customer Training: Provide hands-on operational support and training to equipment operators superintendents and site managers.
  • Inventory Control: Maintain and update machine-control inventory.
  • Maintenance & Repair: Repair equipment components and systems with minimal assistance or supervision.
  • Safety & Standards: Follow company safety practices maintain a clean working area handle company tools responsibly and follow safe work procedures at all times.
  • Documentation: Complete service reports installation sign-offs and customer support logs accurately and in a timely manner.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED; Associate Degree or technical certificate in Electronics Mechatronics Heavy Equipment Maintenance or Survey Technology preferred.
  • 13 years of experience with 2D/3D machine control systems (Topcon or Trimble preferred)
  • Strong understanding of basic electronic theory DC/AC circuits solid-state electronics and digital circuits.
  • Proficiency using electronics test equipment (multimeters power meters and diagnostic software).
  • Solid mechanical aptitude and comfort working around heavy earthmoving machinery.
  • Basic computer literacy and proficiency in Excel Word and PowerPoint.
  • Valid Drivers License with a clean driving record.

Preferred:

  • Experience with machine hydraulics.
  • Familiarity with Topcon 3D-MC Pocket 3D or MAGNET software.
  • Basic knowledge of GNSS base stations cellular modems and field radios.
  • General understanding of the earthmoving construction industry.

Physical Requirements:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
  • The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
  • The employee is occasionally required to sit.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Required Experience:

IC


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