Topcon Positioning Group

construction, geopositioning and agriculture

ApplicationSpecialistEarthmoving

$115–115k Livermore, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Application Specialist Earthmoving at Topcon Positioning Group. Skills: front‑line phone‑based and field support, Machine Control solutions, technical support, troubleshooting, communication. Serve as a primary responder for inbound phone and case‑based support. handling a high daily volume of Machine Control support calls”

What You'll Achieve.

delivery of consistent support; customer satisfaction; issue resolution; ensure system readiness

Industry & Context.

construction, geopositioning and agriculture
Problems you'll solve

Diagnose and resolve common to intermediate technical issues; troubleshooting skills

Eligibility Requirements

Willingness and ability to travel extensively (50%+)

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Hands-on experience with Machine Control systems or related construction technology, Experience working in a phone support, call-center, or ticket-based technical support environment, Working knowledge of GNSS systems, basic hydraulics interfaces, electrical systems, and software configuration, Ability to manage multiple active cases simultaneously in a fast-paced support setting, verbal communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users, Willingness and ability to travel extensively (50%+)

Nice to Have

Prior Machine Control field technician, or bench technician experience, Experience supporting MCX platforms, GNSS receivers, and RTK radios, Comfort with remote diagnostic tools, screen sharing, and virtual troubleshooting sessions, Experience supporting both call-center operations and field deployments

What You'll Do.

Serve as a primary responder for inbound phone and case‑based support

handling a high daily volume of Machine Control support calls

Diagnose and resolve common to intermediate technical issues

Provide real-time troubleshooting guidance to dealers and customers over the phone

Accurately document cases

troubleshooting steps

Identify trends in recurring issues and communicate patterns to Senior Application Specialists or team leads

or unresolved issues following defined support escalation paths

Travel to customer job sites and dealer locations (50% travel) to support Machine Control installations

Assist with system setup

and validation using established processes

Support customers during job startup and early production phases to ensure system readiness

Represent Professional Services in the field with a focus on customer satisfaction and issue resolution

Deliver on‑site and remote training using approved training materials and existing curricula

Reinforce correct system operation

troubleshooting techniques

and best practices with dealers and customers

Support Instructor‑Led Training (ILT) events as needed

Provide detailed case notes

and observations to assist Senior Specialists and Engineering teams

Support Senior Specialist for engineering investigations through accurate reproduction of field issues and application details

Utilize existing technical documentation

and workflows during support activities

Create and provide feedback on documentation usability and field accuracy

Follow established support procedures

case management standards

and communication guidelines

high quality defect reports and technical documentation (e. g.

JIRA tickets) to support efficient engineering resolution

Contribute to improvement of eLearning curriculum

create knowledge articles

and technical training program support

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with Sales, Kitting team, and Professional Services teams to support deployments and customer engagements; Provide detailed case notes, logs, and observations to assist Senior Specialists and Engineering teams; Support Senior Specialist for engineering investigations

Communication Scope

verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users; excellent communication skills

Full Job Description

Topcon Positioning Group is headquartered in Livermore, California, USA (topconpositioning.com). We design, manufacture and distribute productivity tools for developing a brighter future. Whether cultivating the earth or building upon it, Topcon brings innovation in workflow automation and seamless connectivity of data to construction, geopositioning and agriculture industries focused on developing a sustainable tomorrow. Topcon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. To learn more about Topcon career opportunities go to [www.topconcareers.com](http://www.topconcareers.com/). **Position Summary** The Application Specialist – Machine Control provides **front‑line phone‑based and field support** for Machine Control solutions. This role serves as a primary call‑center and phone support resource, handling a high volume of inbound technical cases from dealers, customers, and internal teams, while also delivering on‑site field assistance and training. The position focuses on execution, responsiveness, and delivery of consistent support using established documentation, workflows, and escalation paths. While technical in nature, this role does not function as a technical authority and does not involve complex investigations, product architecture decisions, or foundational documentation. This role requires strong troubleshooting skills, comfort operating in a high‑volume phone support environment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to travel extensively to support customers in the field. **Key Responsibilities** **Phone & Call‑Center Support (Primary Function)** * Serve as a **primary responder for inbound phone and case‑based support** , handling a high daily volume of Machine Control support calls. * Diagnose an

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