Survey Assistant

McElhanney; Town of Barrhead; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity top-up

Health & dental

RRSP matching

EFAP

Inclusive culture

Bonus plan

Professional development

Mentorship

Job summary

McElhanney invites a Survey Assistant to join our Barrhead, AB team, offering a pathway to develop a career in surveying across multidisciplinary projects. You will work on multi-year assignments with surveying, scanning, RPAS/drone operations, LiDAR, and GIS components.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to travel up to 21 days, physical fitness, and strong communication. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and mentorship for career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical education is an asset; trades or construction experience is relevant.
• Physically fit and able to lift heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Willing to travel up to 21 consecutive days, if required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; team-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate survey equipment as directed.
• Assist survey team and complete tasks under supervision.
• Learn surveying methods and perform tasks independently when possible.
• Place stakes, marks, and control points and identify utilities or monuments.
• Support safety processes and procedures.

Skills

Physically fit

Valid driver’s license

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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 more than 1,500 staff members across 31 locations, we provide qualified staff with share‑holding options, high levels of autonomy, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

The Opportunity

McElhanney has an opportunity for a Survey Assistant to join our team in Barrhead, AB. This position is ideal for an individual looking to begin or develop a career in surveying with a well‑established survey and engineering consultancy. Projects are multi‑year assignments, and the successful candidate will work on multidisciplinary projects involving surveying, scanning, RPAS/drone operations, bathymetry, LiDAR, remote sensing, line locating, and GIS.

Location: The selected candidate must reside in Barrhead, AB, or within a reasonable commuting distance.

What You’ll Do

• Set‑up and operate a range of survey equipment.
• Follow directives received from the Field Supervisor or Party Chief to assist the survey team and complete tasks.
• Learn correct surveying methods and complete some tasks independently under the direction of the Party Chief or supervisors.
• Use tools and equipment to place stakes, marks, control points or to identify and expose utilities or survey monuments.
• Participate in safety processes and procedures.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma, technical school education and an understanding of basic surveying is an asset; skills and experience from trades or construction are also relevant.
• Physically fit, able to lift heavy equipment, willing to work in varied environmental and wildlife‑populated areas, and willing to work in remote areas for extended periods and varied hours.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to travel out of town for up to 21 consecutive days, if required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, and general computer knowledge.
• A positive, motivated attitude and the drive to contribute to the team.

What Can We Offer You?

The wage range for this position is $18 – $26 per hour. The wage offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top‑up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
• Safe and inclusive workplace culture.
• Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan.
• Professional development opportunities including dues reimbursement, educational assistance, mentorship program, internal committees, workshops, and committee involvement.
• Career progression support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At McElhanney, we cultivate a culture of respect and inclusion for all. 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 orientation, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process.