KE&G Construction, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is looking for a highly motivated and experienced GPS Technician to optimize our GPS technology operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drone technology, Trimble Business Center (TBC), CADD, and earthwork/civil work takeoffs. This role demands technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and leadership skills to ensure the success of our GPS technologies. The selected candidate will lead a team of takeoff technicians supporting our estimating department and project divisions in Tucson, Arizona.

What you’ll be doing

Oversee GPS operations, ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and application.
Operate and integrate drone technology for estimating and project assessments.
Utilize Trimble Business Center (TBC) for topographical analysis.
Use TBC and CADD for 3D modeling for onsite grade control and machine controls.
Perform earthwork and civil work takeoffs, including accurate quantity calculations.
Collaborate with project and estimating teams to improve workflows and achieve objectives.
Inventory, maintain, and update our existing GPS and drone equipment.

Requirements

Experience with drones in surveying, mapping, or related applications (a drone license is highly regarded).
Proficiency in Trimble Business Center for topography processing and analysis.
Proficiency in CADD, AGTEK, and civil construction takeoffs.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Regularly required to sit, use hands, talk/hear, and operate computers
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate active construction sites
Work both in office and field environments; outdoors in varied weather conditions
Exposure to dust, machinery, noise, uneven terrain, and site-related conditions
Occasional extended hours may be necessary to meet project deadlines

Why KE&G?
At KE&G, we believe in building more than just projects—we build people. Our commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and innovation sets us apart.
Benefits:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
Competitive Salary + Annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee-Specific Development Plans
Medical Insurance (BCBS – HSA & PPO Options)
Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (with company contributions)
Flexible Spending Account
Supplemental Insurance: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
Company Events: Annual Picnic, Employee Choice Awards, Boot Bucks, and More!
Company vehicle or Employee-provided vehicle program.
Annual Bonuses
Laptop Computer
iPhone

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Are you ready to take your commercial construction career to the next level and join a team that values ownership, leadership, and innovation?
Apply today to join KE&G and be part of Constructing Our Legacy!

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the company

KE&G Construction builds essential infrastructure in the Southwest, focusing on heavy civil and commercial projects such as roads, bridges, utilities, flood control, and water systems. Its work is executed through a dedicated team of employee-owners who directly share in the company’s success, reflecting the firm’s ESOP structure. The company operates in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas and recently added a commercial division to diversify its portfolio. What sets KE&G apart is its transition from a local homebuilder to a 100% employee-owned heavy civil contractor, creating a culture of accountability and long-term commitment to projects and communities. Its goal is to expand its regional footprint while delivering reliable infrastructure work through a fully engaged, employee-owned workforce.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tucson, Arizona

Founded

1972

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What believers are saying

KE&G said August 2026 bidding topped $400 million, supporting 2027 backlog.
The company added more than 650 workers and reinvested $6 million into fleet.
2026 safety awards and USA TODAY Top Workplace recognition improve recruiting and retention.

What critics are saying

KE&G still depends heavily on Arizona and New Mexico public works bidding.
Commercial division expansion in 2026 adds execution risk against established general contractors.
If ADOT and municipal award flow slows, backlog could shrink before 2027.

What makes KE&G Construction, Inc. unique

100% employee-owned since 2014, with 600+ employee-owners across the Southwest.
Self-performs earthwork, underground utilities, paving, and structural concrete across civil and commercial jobs.
Blue Diamond Legacy Holdings backs KE&G with a 2026 future headquarters and growth capital.

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Benefits

Company Equity
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability

KE&G Construction, Inc.

GPS Technician

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