Survey Assistant

Stantec; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is looking for a Survey Assistant to perform preliminary engineering surveys using GNSS and total station equipment. The role requires effective teamwork, a focus on safety, and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. While previous experience is not required, any education in Geomatics or Civil Engineering is considered an asset. This position may lead to a full-time permanent role after 2027.

Benefits

Health and dental plans

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Demonstrate a focus on safety and risk analysis.
• Can perform physically demanding tasks outdoors in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary engineering surveys using GNSS and total station.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Responsible for the safe operation of tools and equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety focus

Technical skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Geomatics or Civil Engineering

Tools

Trimble survey equipment

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

The Earth is top of mind for our Geospatial team. On, above, and under the Earth’s surface, we provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. Join a team of inspired and talented professionals who continually find inventive ways to get the job done better, faster, and smarter.

Stantec has an open opportunities for the position of Survey Assistant within our Geospatial Group.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary engineering surveys using GNSS (GPS), electronic total station, and conventional survey equipment.
• Follow directions from the senior surveyor for completing survey tasks
• Assist in transferring survey data to the proper folder locations.
• Communicate effectively with members of the team and follow standard procedures.
• Responsible for safe operation of tools and equipment.
• Assist in taking care of Company vehicle and Company issued survey equipment.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Requires ability to work well in a team environment
• Demonstrate a focus on safety and risk analysis and mitigation
• You possess technical and mathematical skills along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record (will be required to arrange transportation to the work site).
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and long days.
• Safety footwear & appropriate clothing is a requirement. Stantec will provide safety vests, hard hats & and additional safety equipment required.

Education and Experience

• Previous experience is not required. However, experience in residential construction or post-secondary education in a Geomatics or a Civil Engineering program would be considered a significant asset. Basic knowledge of CAD standards and familiarity with Trimble survey equipment would also be beneficial.

This is a defined term role with an anticipated end date in 2027 with the potential to transition into a full-time permanent position.

Committed to the principles of Employment Equity, we thank all candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

About the Team

Pay Transparency:In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1004261
• Posting Date 02/10/2026, 06:15 PM
• Locations 300-175 2nd Avenue, Kamloops, BC, V2C 5W1, CA
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Staff Type Category HL - Hourly Limited Benefits
• Minimum Experience (Total Years) 0
• Pay Range 2 Locations Outside of Lower Mainland - BC & Various locations in Ontario-$41,900.00 - $56,600.00 Annually