land survey technician
Education:
Other trades certificate or diploma.
Work site environment:
Outdoors.
Work setting:
Various locations.
Tasks:
- Operate survey instruments and devices.
- Keep survey information in systematic order.
- Assist in the calculation, analysis and computation of measurements obtained during field surveys.
- Conduct field surveys and operate survey instruments and computer equipment to measure distance, angles, elevations and contours.
- Determine precise geographic locations using global positioning systems (GPS) equipment.
- Record measurements and other information obtained during field survey activities.
Area of specialization:
Construction.
Survey specialization:
Topographic survey. Land survey.
Security and safety:
Driver's validity licence check.
Transportation/travel information:
Vehicle supplied by employer. Valid driver's licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling.
Personal suitability:
Accurate. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player.
Screening questions:
- Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
- Do you have experience working in this field?.
- Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
- Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.
Employment terms options:
Evening.
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years.
Employment terms options:
Night. Day. Overtime available.
Workplace information:
On the road job.
Financial benefits:
Night shift premium.
Other benefits:
Learning/training paid by employer. Other benefits. Team building opportunities. Transportation provided by employer.