Land Survey Technologist

Job summary

Conduct field surveys using GPS, navigation equipment, survey instruments, and computer equipment to measure distances, angles, elevations, and contours. Analyze and record survey data, prepare drawings and reports, and coordinate field survey activities.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Keep records, measurements and other survey information in systematic order Analyze latitude, longitude and angles and compute trigonometric and other calculations to plot features, contours and areas to a specific scale Assist survey engineers or professional surveyors to develop methods and procedures for conducting field surveys Conduct field surveys and operate survey instruments and computer equipment to measure distance, angles, elevations and contours Determine precise geographic locations using global positioning systems (GPS) equipment Prepare detailed drawings, charts and plans and survey notes and reports Record measurements and other information obtained during field survey activities Supervise and co-ordinate field survey activities Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Additional information Security and safety Driver's validity licence check Transportation/travel information Vehicle supplied by employer Valid driver's licence Own tools/equipment Safety equipment/gear Steel-toed safety boots Hard hat Safety vest Gloves Personal suitability Accurate Client focus Dependability Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

What you’ll do

Conduct field surveys using GPS, navigation equipment, survey instruments, and computer equipment to measure distances, angles, elevations, and contours. Analyze and record survey data, prepare drawings and reports, and coordinate field survey activities.

Requirements

Requires a college or CEGEP education and 2 to less than 3 years of experience. Candidates must be able to operate GPS and navigation equipment, hold a valid driver's licence, and provide required safety gear, including steel-toed boots, a hard hat, a safety vest, and gloves.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Accuracy · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Land Surveying
• Field Surveying
• Survey Instrument Operation
• GPS Operation
• Navigation Equipment
• Geographic Positioning
• Trigonometric Calculations
• Survey Data Analysis
• Survey Records Management
• Technical Drawing
• Survey Reporting
• Field Team Coordination
• Accuracy
• Judgment
• Organization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Trades