Survey Technician

Halifax Regional Municipality; Halifax; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Survey Technicians to join their Project Planning and Asset Management team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead field surveys, ensuring the accurate collection of positional data for various engineering and construction projects. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma in Geomatics Engineering Technology and have experience in urban surveying. Join a supportive workplace that values diversity and inclusion, where you can make a significant impact on community infrastructure projects. If you are passionate about surveying and eager to contribute to meaningful work, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Driver's Abstract Verification

Reimbursement for personal vehicle use

Employment Equity Policy

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and acceptable Driver’s Abstract.
• Certification in WHMIS, emergency first aid, traffic control required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a field survey team in collecting and laying out positional information.
• Maintain and operate various types of surveying equipment.
• Consult with internal staff to clarify scope of work.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Organizing & Planning

Teamwork & Cooperation

Value & Ethics

Valuing Diversity

Education

Diploma in Geomatics Engineering Technology

3 years experience in urban surveying

Tools

Leica total stations

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Internet Explorer

Nova Scotia Property Online

Job description

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for two permanent positions of Survey Technician in Project Planning and Asset Management, Public Works.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous / Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the direction of the Team Lead, Field Surveys or Land Surveyor, the Survey Technician takes a lead role in the safety and work of a field survey team and is responsible for the collection and layout of positional information required for various types of legal, engineering and construction survey projects in support of HRM’s capital infrastructure and property boundary requirements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Works with a Junior Survey Technician to complete the work of a field survey team while collecting and laying out positional information.
• Operates and maintains survey vehicle to ensure safe and dependable trips to the work site.
• Collects, copies and compiles survey related information from various sources, in preparation for surveying projects.
• Consults with various internal staff to clarify scope of work required.
• Maintains, sets up and operates various types of surveying equipment as required.
• Takes a lead role in recording field measurements and making field notes and sketches as per HRM standards.
• Is responsible for making technical decisions in the field and ensuring that measurements are taken in the correct location and in the correct quantity, to ensure efficiency.
• Instructs the Junior Survey Technician on the use of surveying equipment and surveying practices, as needed.
• Takes a lead role in the duties of a Temporary Workplace Signer, to ensure public safety, when needed.
• Acts as first contact when communicating with members of the public during surveying projects.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience :

• Diploma in Geomatics Engineering Technology (2 years) from Nova Scotia Community College or other recognized institution.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience working in an urban surveying and engineering environment, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License and an acceptable Driver’s Abstract.
• Certification in WHMIS, emergency first aid, traffic control and temporary workplace signage as per requirements of the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act or be willing to obtain.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities :

• Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of surveying equipment, particularly Leica total stations and Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
• Thorough knowledge of HRM’s specifications and guidelines for the collection and layout of positional information would be an asset.
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Leica GEO and other software applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Internet Explorer and Nova Scotia Property Online would be an asset.
• Working knowledge of the principles of legal surveying and municipal engineering as they apply to the position.
• Basic knowledge of land subdivision, conveyance, and registration systems in Nova Scotia.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the public while carrying out field surveying projects.
• Working knowledge of the Nova Scotia Coordinate Referencing System.
• General knowledge of HRM’s organizational structure and the specific relationship between Surveying, and Design and Construction.

Physical Demands :

• Field work in mild to extreme year-round weather conditions, regular moderate to extreme noise conditions on or near streets and occasional dust conditions on gravel roads and construction sites.
• Field work involves being on feet most of the day and often traversing over uneven and rough terrain.
• Field work involves lifting and carrying, sometimes for long distances, various survey equipment. Up to 30 pounds.

Please Note : Candidates will be required to provide an acceptable Driver's abstract upon hire and consent to an annual driver's abstract verification. If an employee uses their personal vehicle during work hours, they will be reimbursed in accordance with HRM Local Travel Allowance Policies.

Security Clearance Requirements : Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note : Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES : Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Organizing & Planning, Teamwork & Cooperation, Value & Ethics, Valuing Diversity.

WORK STATUS : Permanent, Full-time.

HOURS OF WORK : Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 35 hours per week.

SALARY : NSGEU Local 222 Level 6, $30.97 per hour.

WORK LOCATION : 21 Mount Hope Avenue, Dartmouth.

CLOSING DATE : Applications will be received up to 11:59pm on August 4, 2024.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note : We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.

Position # 72285893, 72285894.