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Construction, Mechanical Contracting, HVAC

Layout Technician

Washington, DCOnsiteFull Time$20–$25 /hrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • new construction
  • layout
  • construction drawings
  • blueprints
  • plans
  • measuring
  • jobsite
  • ladders
  • heights
  • travel

Nice to have

  • HVAC
  • Plumbing

Role summary

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is seeking a Layout Technician to assist with the layout of commercial construction worksites, ensuring all work aligns with project specifications, plumbing codes, and construction drawings. This role is crucial for maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and quality in field execution. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of new construction experience, strong blueprint interpretation skills, excellent measuring abilities, and demonstrated problem-solving skills in jobsite environments. The position is 100% field-based and requires comfort working at heights and traveling within the DMV area.

Layout Technician

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About Vertical Mechanical Group

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is an industry leader delivering award-winning expertise in both HVAC and Plumbing. Formed by uniting two highly respected companies-Anderson Mechanical Services, Inc. and Inspiration Plumbing Company-VMG provides best-in-class mechanical solutions for commercial new construction, renovations, upfits, design-build projects, and installations.

As a family-owned and operated business, VMG takes pride in offering a personalized, hands-on approach to every project-combining attentive service with the strength, scale, and capabilities of a large specialty contractor.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, VMG is seeking a Layout Technician to join our team. In this role, you will assist with the layout of commercial construction worksites, ensuring all work aligns with project specifications, plumbing codes, and construction drawings.

The Layout Technician plays an important role in maintaining accuracy, efficiency, and quality in field execution while working closely with field teams across our projects.

What You'll Do

  • Assist with the layout of plumbing systems and construction sites according to approved plans and specifications.

  • Review and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and building plans.

  • Accurately measure and mark layout points for installation.

  • Identify and troubleshoot layout or site-related challenges and provide effective solutions.

  • Collaborate with field teams to ensure precision and efficiency in layout execution.

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable plumbing codes and safety standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in new construction, including layout-related work.

  • Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and plans.

  • Excellent measuring skills with a high level of attention to detail.

  • Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in active jobsite environments.

  • Comfortable working on ladders and at heights.

  • Willingness to travel to job sites throughout the DMV area.

  • This is a 100% field-based position.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. regularly.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.

  • Ability to lift over 75 lbs. occasionally with assistance.

  • Ability to work on ladders and at heights as required by the job.

  • Ability to perform duties in active construction jobsite environments.

What We Offer

  • Competitive pay, including eligibility for prevailing wage projects.

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan.

  • Paid time off and holidays.

  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment where your contributions are valued.

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