Survey Assistant

Parsons; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Survey Technician to join their Critical Infrastructure team. This role involves providing geomatic services, maintaining survey equipment, and completing daily tasks in various weather conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Join us to contribute to projects that improve community infrastructure and quality of life.

Benefits

Health and Vision Benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Tax-Free Savings Account

Life Insurance

Gym Discounts

Qualifications

• High school graduate with at least one year of experience or relevant training.
• Able to work extended hours and weekends as required.
• Physically fit to carry GPS equipment across uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Provide geomatic services and assist in survey completion.
• Set up and maintain survey equipment.
• Complete daily survey tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Physical Fitness

Technical Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary Training

Tools

MS Office Suite

Survey-Specific Programs

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself, thrive, and find your next opportunity right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Survey Technician.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Adhere to all Safety, Environmental, and project requirements.
• Provide geomatic services.
• Aid the survey team in timely and accurate completion of surveys—set up, clean, calibrate, and remove equipment.
• Work outside in all types of weather, sometimes at heights or in steep terrain.
• Complete reports and follow up; aid in computer-assisted drafting and technical programs.
• Complete daily survey tasks as assigned by your crew chief.
• Set up operation of conventional survey and GPS systems.
• Prepare accurate and timely field notes.
• Clean, calibrate, and maintain survey equipment.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• High school graduate with a minimum of one year of previous experience, post-secondary training in an applicable field, or a combination of both.
• Able to work extended hours and weekends as required.
• A clear, concise communicator with excellent organizational and follow-up skills.
• Computer savvy and well-versed in MS Office suite; survey-specific program experience is an asset.
• Physically fit and able to carry GPS equipment across uneven terrain and in all climates.

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team. For over 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities worldwide. We work collaboratively within our company and with our partners to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We pride ourselves on projects that improve communities and people's quality of life by promoting economic growth, mobility, sustainability, and resiliency.

We value our employees and care about their wellbeing, offering benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer-paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and gym discounts. Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We promote representation at all levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Join us in supporting our customers’ visions—imagine next and apply today!

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