land survey technologist

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Work setting

• Office
• Urban area
• Rural area
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Remote location

Tasks

• Operate survey instruments and devices
• Participate in field surveys
• Supervise drafting and technical staff
• Keep survey information in systematic order
• Assist in the calculation, analysis and computation of measurements obtained during field surveys
• Assist in the preparation of detailed drawings, charts and plans
• 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
• Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers
• Leading / instructing groups
• Train other workers

Supervision

• 5-10 people
• Working groups

Computer and technology knowledge

• Computerized land information system
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• AutoCAD
• Data processing and systems

Survey specialization

• Topographic survey
• Land survey
• Engineering
• Geodetic
• Hydrographic
• Land development
• Urban

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Large workload
• Overtime required

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 5 years or more

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Parking available