Land Survey Technician

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Office
• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Participate in field surveys and operate survey instruments and devices
• Analyze latitude, longitude and angles and compute trigonometric and other calculations to plot features, contours and areas to a specific scale
• 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
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Conduct technical analyses of survey and field data for development of topographic, soil, hydrological or other information and prepare reports

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Type of experience

• Civil

Area of specialization

• Construction

Survey specialization

• Land survey

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available