Survey Crew Chief

GeoVerra; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Survey Crew Chief to join a dynamic Geomatics team in Lloydminster. This role offers the unique opportunity to balance office and field work while contributing to local projects that have a lasting impact. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in surveying, strong leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring others. With a focus on career development and a commitment to safety, this position promises a fulfilling career path with ample growth opportunities. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Coverage

Vacation and Wellness Days

RRSP Matching Contributions

Mental Wellness Support

Work-Life Balance

Growth and Advancement Opportunities

Continuing Education

Use of Leading-Edge Technology

Diverse Projects

Fast-Paced Work Environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Survey Crew Chief.
• Strong knowledge of survey equipment and software.
• Ability to mentor and motivate team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage field survey work and support Survey Assistants.
• Liaise with Project Managers and clients for project coordination.
• Prepare field notes and contribute to safety programs.

Skills

Survey Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Leadership

Field Survey Techniques

Education

Diploma/Degree in Surveying/Geomatics

Tools

GPS Equipment

Total Stations

Trimble Equipment

Job description

Does the prospect of working on local projects, being home each night with a balance of office and field work energize you? Are you a talented Crew Chief seeking a team that matches your enthusiasm about surveying?

Ifyou have been searching for a company that supports career development, internal growth and has a proven, safety-first culture – you have come to the right place!Our dynamic Geomatics team is looking for a SurveyCrewChief in Lloydminster,AB .As the successful candidate you are organized and highly collaborative, with strong communication skills and an infectious positivity that impacts and motivates all team members. You have a strong ability to operate equipment and field tools, a desire to learn in both the field and office settings, and have a healthy respect for the great outdoors. Joining the GeoVerra team in Lloydminster means you’ll step into an opportunity with unlimited prospects for growth and a long fulfilling career. With a wealth of local projects in place and the ability to be a part of multiple disciplines of Geomatics in both the field and the office, we can offer this local position as place you can call home. You can have a work and life balance, collaborate and mentor alongside local Project Managers and still be tied to a larger GeoVerra family network. If this is something that has your interest, we want to talk to you.

This role is located locally in Lloydminster and the successful candidate must currently reside in or relocate to Lloydminster, AB / SK.

What you will do :

• Manage and perform field survey work with the support of Survey Assistants.
• Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field survey work, review and manage project budgets, schedules, priorities, and survey methodology.
• Liaise with client field representatives and landowners and be a brand ambassador for GeoVerra.
• Prepare field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats for different audiences.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship to Survey Assistants.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
• Proactively participate in and support the GeoVerra safety program.
• Complete office technical survey tasks as required and other duties as assigned.

What you will bring :

• Diploma / Degree in a post-secondary program related to surveying and geomatics or an equivalent experience.
• 3+ Years' experience in a Survey Crew Chief role.
• Strong working knowledge of survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations (Including Robotic).
• Proficiency with digital leveling, municipal construction and legal survey experience is required.
• Experience of Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and line locating considered an asset.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a field environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the capacity to produce accurate and legible field notes.
• The ability to develop and motivate survey staff and work well in a team environment.
• An aptitude for delivering projects on time and budget.
• A valid driver’s license and can provide a clean driver’s abstract; and
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as per the limits provided in the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace.

Job conditions

• Primarily localwork with occasional work away from home.
• Ability to carry, lift and push up to 50lbson a regular basis.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, vacation, wellness days, and RRSP matching contributions
• Tools and services to support your mental wellness
• Work-life balance
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education and professional development
• Use of leading-edge technology and equipment
• Diverse projects and a fast-paced working environment