Land Surveying Assistant

Challenger Geomatics Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

Challenger Geomatics Ltd in Calgary is seeking an intermediate land surveying Survey Assistant to support field crews in data collection and equipment maintenance. Based in the Calgary area, you may travel regularly across Western Canada, including trips of 2–3 weeks staying in hotels or camp accommodations.

The role offers hands-on experience with GPS, total stations, and data capture, with opportunities to participate in training and development programs to grow your surveying career.

Qualifications

• Entry level position; related experience preferred but not essential.
• Geomatics diploma or degree is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with clean abstract.
• First Aid/CPR certification is an asset.
• CSTS certification is an asset.
• UTV Ridership certification is an asset.
• WHMIS certification is an asset.
• TDG certification is an asset.
• H2S certification is an asset.
• Bear Awareness certification is an asset.
• Faller certification is an asset.
• Experience working in remote locations is an asset.
• Candidate must pass a Fit for Duty test including a Drug and Alcohol test.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate survey equipment including GPS, total stations, locators, and more.
• Performs legal and construction surveys under the direction of the party chief.
• Communicates effectively with client representatives and colleagues.
• Assists the Survey Party Chief with field notes, measurements, and other documentation as required.
• Operates survey equipment, tools & vehicles in a safe manner and performs duties as identified in the company’s HSE program.

Skills

Remote site experience

Education

Geomatics diploma or degree

Tools

Driver's license (Class 5)

First Aid/CPR

CSTS

UTV Ridership

WHMIS

TDG

H2S

Bear Awareness

Faller certification

Job description

Position: Survey Assistant

Location: Calgary

Company Overview:

Challenger Geomatics Ltd, an Inline Group Inc company, is a surveying firm with a strong track record for recognizing and retaining talent and providing quality innovative solutions to our clients. Our team of talented professionals uses the latest technology to deliver land surveying, mapping and remote sensing services. We work hard to understand the needs of our clients and deliver exceptional service to support the successful delivery of their projects. We offer our employees competitive compensation along with health and dental benefits, RRSP matching, work-life balance initiatives, and much more. Join our team today!

Position Overview:
Challenger Geomatics has an opening for an intermediate land surveying Survey Assistant based in the Calgary area. The Survey Assistant helps the Party Chief collect land survey data in the field and keeps the survey equipment and work truck clean and organized. In addition to working on local projects, there will be a need for regular travel to and from sites across Western Canada. On out-of-town projects, you will be gone for 2 to 3 weeks at a time staying at hotels or camp accommodation. You will have the chance to work on different types of projects and grow your career through participation in our training and development programs.

General Responsibilities:

• Setup and operate survey equipment including GPS, total stations, locators, and more.
• Performs legal and construction surveys under the direction of the party chief.
• Communicates effectively with client representatives and colleagues.
• Assists the Survey Party Chief with field notes, measurements, and other documentation as required.
• Operates survey equipment, tools & vehicles in a safe manner and performs duties as identified in the company’s HSE program.

Qualifications:

• ENTRY LEVEL POSITION - Related experience preferred but not essential.
• Geomatics diploma or degree an asset
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract
• Valid safety certificates are an asset (First Aid/CPR, CSTS, UTV Ridership, WHMIS, TDG, H2S, Bear Awareness, Faller certification).
• Experience working in remote locations is an asset.
• Candidate must pass a Fit for Duty test including a Drug and Alcohol test.