Survey Assistant - Seasonal

Job summary

Perform construction and topographic surveys using GNSS and total station equipment. Assist the crew chief with layout tasks and ensure the safe operation of company tools and vehicles.

Job details

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home. Your Opportunity Our Edmonton office has seasonal opportunities for Survey Assistants within our Geospatial Group. The Earth is top of mind for our Geospatial team. On, above, and under the Earth’s surface, we provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. Join a team of inspired and talented professionals who continually find inventive ways to get the job done better, faster, and smarter. Your Key Responsibilities Perform construction surveys using GNSS (GPS), electronic total station, and conventional survey equipment. Assist a crew chief in providing survey for topographic surveys and construction layout. Assist in transferring survey data to the proper folder locations. Communicate effectively with members of the team and follow standard procedures. Responsible for safe operation of tools and equipment. Assist in taking care of Company vehicle and Company issued survey equipment. Performs other duties of a similar nature as assigned. Qualifications Your Capabilities and Credentials Ability to work well in a team environment. You possess technical and mathematical skills along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions. Valid driver's license and a good driving record (individual will be responsible for their own transportation to the work site within Edmonton). Ability to work flexible hours including weekends. Education and Experience Experience in construction, or post-secondary education in a Geomatics or Civil program would be considered an asset but not required. Basic knowledge and familiarity with Trimble survey equipment would be considered an asset but not required. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. About Stantec Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

What you’ll do

Perform construction and topographic surveys using GNSS and total station equipment. Assist the crew chief with layout tasks and ensure the safe operation of company tools and vehicles.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work. Experience in construction or education in Geomatics or Civil programs is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Health Plans • Dental Plans • Vision Plans • Wellness Program • Health Care Spending Account • Wellness Spending Account • Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan • Employee Stock Purchase Program • Group Tax-Free Savings Account • Life Insurance • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Short-Term Disability Plans • Long-Term Disability Plans • Emergency Travel Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Professional Membership Fee Coverage • Paid Time Off

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Construction Surveying
• GNSS
• GPS
• Electronic Total Station
• Topographic Surveys
• Construction Layout
• Data Transfer
• Trimble Equipment
• Mathematical Skills
• Teamwork
• Driving
• Topographic Surveying
• Time Off Management
• Resilience
• Communication
• Global Positioning Systems
• Surveying
• Spatial Data Infrastructures
• Total Station

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Science & Research
• Consulting
• Trades
• Survey Assistant
• Surveying / Mapping Technician
• Civil Engineering Technicians
• Surveying and Mapping Technicians