Field Survey Technician – Entry-Level Geomatics

McElhanney; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Career growth

Flexible hours

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

McElhanney in Lloydminster, AB is seeking a motivated Junior Survey Technologist to join our growing geomatics team. This entry‑level role is ideal for recent technical school graduates or those with hands‑on field experience and a desire to start or grow a surveying career.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, receive hands‑on training, and contribute to projects across oil & gas, construction, and municipal sectors.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Survey or Geomatics Technologist diploma from a recognized technical school, or practical field experience in surveying.
• Strong interest in a field-based, hands-on technical career.
• Willingness to work in various environmental and weather conditions, including remote areas.
• Physical ability to lift and carry survey equipment and gear.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license and clean driving record.
• Basic computer and math skills; GPS and Total Station knowledge is an asset.
• Must pass pre-employment drug & alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Support field survey crews by assisting with the setup and operation of survey equipment.
• Learn to collect data for engineering, legal, construction, and oil & gas projects.
• Assist with preparing field notes, sketches, and data logs under guidance.
• Work in both urban and remote field environments; some travel and camp work may be required.
• Support team members in ensuring compliance with McElhanney’s safety and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with teammates and supervisors to ensure project success.

Skills

Survey diploma

Hands-on field

Driver's license

GPS knowledge

Total Station

Math skills

Education

Survey or Geomatics Technologist diploma

Tools

Total Station

GPS

Job description

McElhanney in Lloydminster, AB is seeking a motivated Junior Survey Technologist to join our growing geomatics team. This entry‑level role is ideal for recent technical school graduates or those with hands‑on field experience and a desire to start or grow a surveying career.

You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, receive hands‑on training, and contribute to projects across oil & gas, construction, and municipal sectors.