pipeline surveyor

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Various locations
• Engineering firm

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Record all measurements and other information obtained during survey activities
• Analyze, manage and display data using geographic information systems and computer-aided design and drafting
• Determine precise locations using electronic distance measuring equipment

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Word
• Computer-aided design (CAD)

Field skills experience

• Operate survey equipment
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Survey specialization

• Construction
• Engineering
• Topographic

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Vehicle supplied by employer
• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Transportation provided by employer