Drafting and Survey Technician

Canadian Armed Forces; Kingston, Gagetown; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization where you can become a vital member of the military as a Drafting and Survey Technician. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide essential drafting and survey support to various military operations both domestically and internationally. You'll engage in collecting geodetic survey data and producing detailed civil drawings, utilizing advanced CAD software. Experience a dynamic work environment that includes both office and fieldwork, with the potential for career progression and relocation opportunities. If you are looking for a rewarding career that combines technical skills with service to your country, this is the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• No previous work experience required; training provided.
• Completion of Grade 11 or equivalent is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Collect geodetic survey data using GNSS and other equipment.
• Produce civil and site drawings using CAD software.

Skills

Geodetic Surveying

Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Data Collection

Education

Grade 11 high school education

Tools

Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)

Drafting Software

Job description

Non-Commissioned Member | Full Time, Part Time

As a member of the military, Drafting and Survey Technicians (DS Tech) provide both deployed and domestic drafting and survey support to the Canadian Armed Forces and other government departments anywhere in the world.

Drafting and Survey Technicians belong to the Military Engineering Branch of the Canadian Armed Forces. Their primary responsibilities are:

• Collect geodetic survey data using the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and other survey equipment
• Use data to produce digital and hard copy civil and site drawings, and designs of specific areas
• Use computer aided design (CAD) software to produce digital and hard copy designs
• Provide survey and drawing support to military specialist engineering teams

Work environment

Drafting and Survey Technicians are members of the Royal Canadian Air Force. They may be called upon to support all CAF exercises and operations, including those led by the Royal Canadian Navy. The primary work environment is in an office; however, fieldwork is a large component of the job and is conducted in approved weather conditions, 24/7, on bases, wings or in operational theatres. Drafting and Survey Technicians use high-tech computer workstations and software designed for drafting and survey applications. Drafting and Survey Technicians are employed in Kingston, ON and Gagetown, NB. As you progress in your career, you may also have the opportunity to be posted to Brussels, Belgium.

If you choose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility regarding postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.

Minimum Requirements

No previous work experience or career-related skills are required. CAF recruiters can help you decide if your personal interests and attributes match the criteria for this occupation.

The minimum required education to apply for this occupation is the completion of the provincial requirements for Grade 11 high school, Secondary 5 in Quebec or equivalent secondary school education, including: Grade 11 applied math, or Secondary 5 applied math in Quebec.