land surveyor

Government of Canada; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks a skilled surveyor to develop and conduct legal property surveys. The ideal candidate will have a college education and relevant licensure, along with the ability to work outdoors. This role requires strong data analysis skills and practical experience in surveying techniques.

Qualifications

• Licensure by federal, provincial or territorial authorities is required.
• 1-2 years experience in surveying is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop survey plans and procedures for legal surveys.
• Prepare and certify documents related to property boundaries.
• Use electronic distance measuring equipment for precise location.

Skills

Geographic Information Systems

Data Analysis

Computer-Aided Design

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Responsibilities Tasks

• Develop survey plans, methods and procedures for conducting legal surveys
• Prepare all data and documents related to surveys of real property boundaries
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Plan, direct and supervise or conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries of properties
• Record all measurements and other information obtained during survey activities
• Certify and assume liability for surveys made to establish real property boundaries
• Advise and provide consultation on matters related to legal surveys
• Analyze, manage and display data using geographic information systems and computer-aided design and drafting
• Determine precise locations using electronic distance measuring equipment
• Survey and lay out subdivisions for rural and urban development

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Licensure by federal, provincial or territorial authorities