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. 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. Area of specialization: Construction. Survey specialization: Topographic survey. Engineering. 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. Personal suitability: Accurate. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal
Skills
. Excellent oral communication. Judgement. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have
Experience
working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Employment terms options: Evening.
Experience
: 2 years to less than 3 years. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. On call. Day. Weekend. Overtime required. Overtime available. 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. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Support for Indigenous people: Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers . Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations . Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers .
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