Land Survey Assistant

J.D. Barnes Limited; Milton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

RRSP

Paid Overtime

Growth opportunities and training

Job summary

J.D. Barnes Limited is seeking a Survey Assistant to support the Party Chief in field work aligned with industry regulations and company standards. This full-time, on-site role is based in Windsor, Ontario, with training provided.

The position requires strong communication, good math skills, and a willingness to learn surveying techniques. Candidates should be legally eligible to work in Canada. Health & dental insurance and RRSP are offered, along with paid overtime.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good mathematical abilities.
• 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 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.

Skills

Excellent communication

Good mathematical abilities

Legally eligible to work in Canada

Education

Post-secondary in surveying/engineering

Tools

Survey equipment

Windows-based applications

Job description

J.D. Barnes Limited is searching for a Survey Assistant to join our team! As a Survey Assistant, you will be 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. This is a full-time, on-site position, located in Windsor. This job posting is for a vacant position.

Our Company

J.D. Barnes Limited is a leading geomatics firm specializing in Surveying, Planning, Mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for the public and private sectors. The company was established in 1960 and has become one of Canada's largest firms of its kind with over 500 professional and technical staff, working across 25 divisions throughout Ontario and Quebec.

Duties & 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

Requirements & Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Excellent communication skills
• Good mathematical abilities
• Experience with land surveying and survey equipment is an asset
• Familiarity working in windows based applications is an asset
• Post secondary education in related field (surveying or engineering technology) is an asset, but not required

Key Job Details

• Expected Compensation Range: $41,600- $56,000, commensurate with skills, education, and experience
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
• Paid Overtime
• On-site 100%
• Opportunities for growth and educational advancement*
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Insurance*
• RRSP*

If accessibility accommodations are required during any stage of the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact the Human Resources Department.

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.

*Subject to plan eligibility requirements