Powerline Surveyor Party Chief

challenger-geomatics

Edmonton

On-site

CAD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

A land surveying firm is seeking a Powerline Surveying Party Chief based in Edmonton, Alberta. The role involves collecting data in the field and collaborating with project managers on utility sector projects. Candidates must have powerline survey experience, a degree in Geomatics, and the ability to work out of town. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

Experience with ATCO Electric and FortisAlberta workflows is an asset.
Must be flexible and willing to work out of town.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean abstract.
Physical fitness required for field work.

Responsibilities

Completes powerline surveys and ensures client objectives are met.
Provides documentation including field notes and survey data.
Communicates effectively with team members and ensures timely task completion.
Performs health and safety duties per company procedures.
Operates survey equipment (GPS/GNSS rovers, locators) and maintains equipment.

Skills

Powerline survey experience

Communication skills

Physical fitness

GPS/GNSS operation

Willing to work out of town

Driver's license

Physical fitness

Education

Diploma or Degree in Geomatics

Tools

GPS/GNSS Rovers

3D Scanner

Survey equipment

Job description

Position: Powerline Surveying Party Chief

Location: Central and Northern Alberta – (Office in Edmonton, Alberta)

Company Overview:

Challenger Geomatics Ltd is an employee-owned land 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 Powerline Party Chief based out of our Edmonton office with the ability and willingness to work in and out of town. The Powerline Party Chief collects data in the field and works with our experienced project managers on projects in the utilities sector. Candidates will typically work M-F with weekends off, however; there may be times of higher workloads where weekend work may be necessary.

General Responsibilities:

Completes powerline surveys and works closely with the Project Manager to ensure all client objectives are met.
Provides necessary documentation to office staff including any field notes, computations, and other survey data.
Communicates effectively with team members and ensures tasks are completed on time.
Performs all health and safety duties as identified in the company’s safety procedures.
Skilled with the use of survey equipment (GPS/GNSS Rovers, Locators, etc.) and ensures all company equipment and vehicles are properly operated and maintained.
Understand legal boundary evidence assessment and calculations.
Perform powerline profiling with GPS and distometer.

Required Qualifications

Powerline survey experience. Experience with ATCO Electric and FortisAlberta workflows is an asset.
Diploma or Degree in Geomatics or related discipline.
Must be flexible and willing to work out of town.
Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract
Physical fitness - party chief's work outside in tough conditions, often carrying equipment long distances.

Desired Qualifications