Field Survey Assistant - Learn & Grow with a Leading Firm

McElhanney Ltd.; Edson; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

RRSP matching

Safe & Inclusive Workplace

Generous bonus plan

Professional development

Career progression

Job summary

McElhanney Ltd. in Edson, AB, invites applications for a Survey Assistant to begin or develop a career in surveying within a longstanding engineering consultancy.

You’ll join diverse multidisciplinary projects, gaining hands-on experience in surveying, scanning, RPAS, LiDAR, and GIS, while adhering to safety and client requirements. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma or technical training, physical fitness, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel up to 21 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical school education; trades or construction experience considered relevant.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel out of town for extended periods (up to 21 consecutive days) if required.
• Physically fit and able to work in varied environmental conditions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate a range of survey equipment.
• Follow directives from Field Supervisor to assist the survey team and complete tasks.
• Learn surveying methods and perform tasks under direction of supervisors.
• Use tools to place stakes, marks, control points or expose utilities or survey monuments.
• Participate in safety processes and procedures.

Skills

Basic surveying understanding

Valid driver’s license

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma

Technical school education

Job description

McElhanney Ltd. in Edson, AB, invites applications for a Survey Assistant to begin or develop a career in surveying within a longstanding engineering consultancy.

You’ll join diverse multidisciplinary projects, gaining hands-on experience in surveying, scanning, RPAS, LiDAR, and GIS, while adhering to safety and client requirements. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma or technical training, physical fitness, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel up to 21 days.