Job description

We are looking for an experienced individual to join the Java Group of Companies as a Survey Crew Chief.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all surveys (including GPS, total Station, and Leveling) in accordance with industry standards
• Ensure yourself and survey assistant adheres to all safety procedures and requirements.
• Work as directed by Project Manager

Knowledge, Competencies, Abilities:

Must have knowledge of all survey activities and related survey requirements. Must be capable of supervising a crew, keeping accurate, comprehensive, and neat notes and effectively communicate with the Project Manager and survey assistant. Construction survey and powerline construction survey is an asset.

Main Duties

• Manage and perform field survey work
• Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field survey work, to review and manage project timeline requirements, priorities, and survey methodology.
• Act as a company representative, liaising directly with client field representatives and landowners.
• Prepare and communicate field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats for Project Managers and Drafting personnel.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Survey Assistants working with you.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, more efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
• Actively participate in and proactively support safety
• Some office technical survey work may be required in this position; and
• Other duties as assigned/required.

Work Environment, Mental and Physical Demands

• Outdoor work environment
• Possibility of working around heavy equipment
• Must be able to make decisions
• Must be able to read maps
• Must be able to communicate clearly with others
• Walking constantly throughout day
• Lifting to 40lbs
• Carrying equipment up to 15lbs

Requirements

Required Skills, Experience, & Behaviours

• Our successful candidate will be a graduate of a recognized post-secondary program related to surveying and geomatics or have an equivalent amount of related experience;
• Strong working knowledge of survey equipment and software such as GPS and Total Stations (Including Robotic);
• Knowledge and experience of Trimble equipment and software, laser scanning and line locating would be considered an asset;
• Strong problem-solving skills in a field environment.
• Well organized, adaptable, attentive to detail, hard-working and dedicated.
• Self-motivated and able to contribute to a fast-paced team environment
• Drone experience and capable of flying drones is an asset. LiDAR experience (mobile or aerial LiDAR) is an asset.

Certifications:

• Valid Drivers License
• First Aid
• H2S Alive
• ATV/ UTV Operator Training

Experience:

• surveying: 1 year (preferred)

We appreciate all resumes submitted, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• RPP - Group RRSP
• Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off Benefits
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling