Survey Technician (Telkwa, BC)

GeoVerra; Telkwa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

RRSP matching

Wellness days

Growth opportunities

Job summary

GeoVerra in Telkwa, BC, is seeking a Survey Technician to lead field and office surveying efforts within our Geomatics team. The role supports Project Managers, ensuring accurate field notes, sketches, and data delivery while mentoring teammates.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of field survey experience, proficiency with GPS, Total Stations, and Robotic systems, and familiarity with Trimble tools. Some outdoor work and local travel may apply, with relocation to Telkwa or Smithers as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in surveying and geomatics or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of survey technician fieldwork experience.
• Strong knowledge of survey equipment and software (GPS and Total Stations, including Robotic).
• Experience with Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and line locating is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage field and office survey work.
• Coordinate field surveys with Project Managers; review budgets, schedules, and methodology.
• Act as company rep to clients and landowners.
• Prepare and communicate field notes, sketches, and digital data for teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members and promote best practices.
• Support safety program and adopt new field technologies.
• Perform office technical survey tasks as needed.

Skills

Survey fieldwork

GPS & Total Stations

Robotic total stations

Trimble equipment

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

Post-secondary surveying/Geomatics

Tools

Trimble software

Laser scanning

Job description

Does the prospect of working in the field and the office energize you? Are you an experienced Survey Technician looking for a new opportunity?

If you answered yes to these questions – this may be the role for you!

Our dynamic Geomatics team is looking for a Survey Technician in Telkwa, BC. Ideally, you are organized and highly collaborative, with strong communication skills and an infectious positivity that encourages this attitude in all team members. You will have a strong handle on equipment and field tools, with a healthy respect for the outdoors and the timeline of the task at hand. You believe in working safely and refuse to compromise your and others’ safety by taking shortcuts to save time.

Joining the team in Telkwa means you’ll step into an opportunity with unlimited prospects for growth. With a variety of local projects in place and the ability to be a part of multiple disciplines of Geomatics in the field. You will collaborate with and mentor alongside local Project Managers and be tied to the larger GeoVerra family network.

This role is located locally in Telkwa and the successful candidate would be required to relocate to Telkwa or Smithers if they do not already reside there.

What the position entails

• Manage and perform construction and legal survey work in the field and office.
• Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field survey work, review and manage project budgets, schedules, priorities, and survey methodology.
• Act as a company representative and liaise directly with client field representatives and landowners.
• Prepare and communicate field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in proper formats for Project Managers, Land Surveyors and Drafting personnel.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship to team members.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
• Actively participate in and proactively support the advancement of the GeoVerra safety program.
• Perform office technical survey tasks as required and other duties as assigned.

What you will bring

• A degree or diploma from a recognized post-secondary program in surveying and geomatics or an equivalent amount of related experience.
• 3-5 Years experience in a Survey Technician role completing construction and legal survey fieldwork is required.
• Strong working knowledge of survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations (Including Robotic).
• Experience with 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 and the ability 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.

Job Conditions

• Primarily local work but there may be travel required to support other projects.
• There is the possibly for a night shift on an infrequent basis.
• Carrying, lifting, and pushing up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Working outside in all weather conditions.

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefit package including Health, Dental and Health Spending Account.
• 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.

Disclosure

We use AI tools only to assist our team in summarizing candidate qualifications and experience. AI is not used to screen, filter, or make hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team. This posting represents a current vacancy, not a future opportunity.

Our Commitment

As an equal opportunity employer, GeoVerra is dedicated to providing a fair and equitable recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, irrespective of abilities and background.

We also recognize that the hiring process should be accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our talent attraction team at [e-mail]. This includes any support you may need during virtual interviews or throughout the hiring journey.

All accommodation requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.