Land Survey Assistant

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

Job summary

A regional surveying company located in York Region, Markham is seeking a Survey Assistant to assist the Party Chief in fieldwork. This entry-level position involves operating survey equipment and maintaining a clean work environment. Excellent communication skills and good mathematical abilities are essential. Training will be provided for candidates with a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills are needed.
• Good mathematical abilities are required.
• Experience with land surveying and survey equipment is an asset.
• Familiarity with Windows based applications is an asset.
• Post secondary education in related field is an asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate survey equipment including levels, Total Stations, Data collectors, GPS.
• Assist the Party Chief with data preparation, measurements, and calculations.
• Inspect and maintain field equipment.
• Ensure a clean and orderly work environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Mathematical abilities

Experience with land surveying

Familiarity with Windows applications

Education

Post secondary education in surveying or engineering technology

Tools

Survey equipment (Total Stations, 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.