Civil Technician/Surveyor

CIMA+; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking an experienced Civil Technician / Surveyor for a seasonal position with potential for full-time. Responsibilities include conducting surveys for various engineering projects, ensuring data accuracy, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with robotic total stations and GPS.

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Graduate of a Civil / Geomatics Technology Program or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-engineering surveys and construction layout.
• Execute field surveys for municipal engineering and transportation projects.
• Review and prepare survey data for drafting or reporting.

Skills

Communication

Proficiency with GPS

Robotic Total Station Surveying

Education

Civil / Geomatics Technology Program

Tools

CADD

Civil 3D

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.

Welcometo people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.

We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.

When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.

Job Description

CIMA+ is looking for an experienced Civil Technician / Surveyor to join our survey team and to support our project teams in our Toronto, Burlington, Kitchener/Waterloo and London offices. This is a seasonal position with the potential to transition into a full-time role based on performance and project needs.

The primary responsibilities include conducting pre-engineering surveys and construction layout to support preliminary engineering designs across Municipal Engineering, Transportation, and Energy projects. Other works include working to complete topographic and bathymetric surveys on storm ponds and other infrastructure sites.

We are seeking an independent, technically proficient surveyor with hands-on experience using robotic total stations and GNSS/GPS networks to perform attribute-based topographic surveys. A strong understanding of robotic survey equipment and data collection methods is essential.

Detailed Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Execute all aspects of field surveys for municipal engineering and transportation projects including preliminary survey data collection, construction layout.
• Review field survey data for completeness and accuracy, complete calculations as needed and prepare survey data for drafting or client project reporting.
• Establish primary horizontal and vertical control including reference ties for re-establishing the points in the field.
• There is a potential to complete topographic and bathymetric surveys of stormwater management ponds and related infrastructure.
• Collect detailed information on buried infrastructure, including manholes, catch basins, and related utility features, ensuring accurate location, dimensions, and condition assessments.
• Ensuring data is collected using attribute-based survey codes and is compatible with engineering design standards.
• Record all measurements, rod readings and calculations neatly and accurately in field books as the work progresses.
• Ensure safe work practices and site safety is maintained.
• Maintain equipment in proper condition and arrange for necessary site calibrations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Graduate of a Civil / Geomatics Technology Program or equivalent training or experience as a land surveyor.
• Proficiency with GPS and robotic total station surveying.
• Experience with CADD and Civil 3D is considered an asset.
• Detailed understanding of construction/legal surveys.
• Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
• A working knowledge of HSE regulations and practices.
  
  

Preferred Characteristics In Candidates

• This is primarily a field-based position, requiring regular travel to project sites. The role involves working outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions. Candidates must be comfortable performing tasks in urban, rural, and undeveloped areas, often on uneven terrain and near active construction zones.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work from their own vehicle, transporting necessary equipment to and from job locations. Travel and vehicle usage will be compensated in accordance with CIMA + policies.
• Working knowledge of common coordinate systems employed in Ontario and how to use published control monuments.
• MTO Class ‘G’ driver’s license in good standing and access to a personnel vehicle.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software applications.
  
  

At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.

Additional Information

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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