Senior Line Locator- Field Operations

About McElhanney

Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.

The Opportunity:

McElhanney – Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, has an opportunity for a Senior Line Locator- Field Operations to join our team in Medicine Hat, AB! Reporting to the Division Manager or the project manager on site, you will direct the field crew to complete projects in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner to meet contractual and legal obligations. Within this role, you will be involved in line locating on resource industry-related facilities and pipelines, local construction sites, and for landowners around Medicine Hat. There is also a significant opportunity to work on major pipeline construction projects around Drumheller and throughout Western Canada. This is a great opportunity for an individual that is looking to grow their career in Line Locating and Geomatics Engineering with a well-established company.

Pay Range: $32-$46 per hour. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Living in Medicine Hat:
Enjoy the unique charm of living in Medicine Hat—a vibrant community surrounded by stunning landscapes and rich in cultural history. This role offers the perfect blend of professional growth and lifestyle balance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Take direction from Project Manager to understand the following: project objectives, allocated budgets, goals, schedules, and timeframes.
2. Communicate scope and schedule information to team members, set expectations, and ensure project tasks are completed on time.
3. Field completion of various types of locates focusing on the oil and gas industry as well as public and private construction development.
4. Work with the Project Manager, client, and other McElhanney staff to develop solutions and move projects forward.
5. Manage information flow from field to office and prepare clear, concise, and accurate field notes, records, and calculations.
6. Ensure implementation of quality assurance, safety, and policy compliance.

What You’ll Bring:

1. Previous experience in Surveying or Geomatics or an equivalent combination of education and experience would be an asset but is not a requirement.
2. 2-3 years of Underground Utility Locating experience is required.
3. Sub-Contractor’s welcome.
4. Experience working in remote environments.
5. Capable of working independently and solving problems on the job.
6. Physical ability to work in varied terrain and ability to lift heavy equipment.
7. Willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote areas for extended periods and varied hours.
8. Valid driver’s license is required.
9. Good written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, good attendance, sound judgment skills, and general computer knowledge.

A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy:

1. Relocation assistance or a signing bonus is available for the successful candidate based on their level of experience.
2. Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
3. Maternity leave top-up and parental leave.
4. Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
5. Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone.
6. A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
7. Interesting and diverse project work.
8. Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership.
9. Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees.
10. Participation in our numerous programs that support our Four Cornerstones: people & communities, clients & partners, processes & technology, and financial.
11. Opportunity to join an employee-owned firm that is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2023).

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning.