Land Survey Assistant

J.D. Barnes Limited; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional surveying company is seeking a Survey Assistant in Ontario. This entry-level role includes assisting the Party Chief with operating survey equipment and ensuring compliance with health and safety policies. Candidates should possess good communication and mathematical skills, and experience with surveying equipment is a plus. Training will be provided, making it a great opportunity for recent graduates or those looking to start a career in surveying.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Good mathematical abilities are required.
• Experience with land surveying equipment is an asset.
• Familiar with Windows based applications is advantageous.
• Post secondary education in a related field is beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey equipment including levels, Total Stations, Data collectors, and GPS.
• Assist the Party Chief with data preparation, measurements, and calculations.
• Communicate issues to the Party Chief.
• Inspect and maintain field equipment.
• Ensure a clean work environment.
• Adhere to health and safety policies.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good mathematical abilities

Experience with land surveying

Familiarity with Windows based applications

Education

Post secondary education in surveying or engineering technology

Tools

Survey equipment (Total Stations, Data collectors, GPS)

Job description

The Survey Assistant is responsible for assisting the Party Chief in successfully completing the field work on assigned jobs in accordance with the industry regulations and J.D. Barnes Limited's procedures and technical standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate survey equipment including levels, Total Stations, Data collectors, GPS etc.
• Assist the Land Survey Party Chief with data preparation, measurements and calculations
• Communicate problems, errors, questions and concerns to the Land Survey Party Chief
• Inspect and maintain field equipment
• Ensure a clean and orderly work environment
• Adhere to all Health and Safety Policies and Regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Good mathematical abilities
• Experience with land surveying and survey equipment is an asset
• Familiarityworking in windows based applications is an asset
• Post secondary education in related field (surveying or engineering technology) isan asset, but not required

This job takes place outdoors in varying weather conditions and environments and demands a certain degree of physical strength as you will be carrying equipment (Total Station, Level, Bars and Stakes) from site to site.

This is an entry level role and training will be provided.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and coverletter online. If accessibility accommodations are required during any stage of the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources Department.