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##Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

##Scope

We are looking to add to our team of passionate, knowledgeable, and innovative professionals, a Survey Assistant, who will perform field work under direct supervision, assisting with obtaining field data for City survey projects and programs.

##Responsibilities

• Assist survey crews in carrying out field surveys including legal surveys, pre-construction, construction, and as-constructed surveys for City infrastructure projects.
• Support topographic, mapping, layout, and monitoring surveys by helping collect measurements and spatial data in the field.
• Perform manual labour to clear foliage, debris, and sight lines and expose underground survey evidence and utilities to facilitate measurements.
• Use survey instruments, measuring devices, and hand tools under supervision to support data collection.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining field notes, records, and files.
• Perform basic survey calculations as required.
• Provide courteous responses to routine inquiries from members of the public.
• Assist with basic cleaning, handling, and maintenance of survey equipment.
• Support other survey crew members in performing field tasks.
• Drive a City vehicle to and from job sites when required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

##Qualifications

• Completion of grade 12 and some related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid BC Driver's License with a safe driving record.

##Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1

Pay Steps

Hourly Rate

Step 1

$33.73

Step 2 (6 months)

$35.00

Step 3 (18 months)

$35.20

##Closing Date

This job will remain open until filled.

##Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community