With offices in Burnaby, Kelowna, Victoria, and Courtenay, BC, we are looking for experienced and enthusiastic Utility Locating Technicians wanting to further their careers and grow with our passionate and forward-thinking team. We are the only locating provider in BC with Registered Utility Locator Technicians (RULT) and we take pride in our commitment to innovation and excellence.
Our technicians locate underground utilities on-site using geophysical equipment such as Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), interpret and mark results, collecting data to draft detailed reports such as Subsurface Utilities Engineering (SUE).
The ideal candidate will have an industry-related qualification and utility locating experience. Knowledge of GPR systems is an asset.
As a Utility Locating Technician, your day-to-day responsibilities may include:
- Visiting various work sites (will be required to work in all weather conditions), as well as work in the office
- Reading and interpreting site plans, construction print data and maps, to assist in location of subsurface utility facilities
- Locating and marking subsurface utilities with a range of geophysical tools
- Providing digital drawings and detailed reports to clients, as well as communicating important subsurface utility findings with clients.
- Following all health and safety protocols
On your resume, we will be looking for the following:
- Valid class 5 BC driver's license as required for use of company vehicle
- Minimum 5 years of Utility Locating experience
- Experience interpreting or reading location maps, sketches, prints
- Strong computer skills; expertise in CAD software and GPS is considered an asset
- Experience with Electromagnetic (EM) survey equipment, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) will be an asset
During the interview process, we will be looking for:
- How you demonstrate our shared value set of excellence (pushing yourself to be the very best), innovation (your ability to try new things and be okay with failing), community (how you give to your community, either micro or macro) and honesty (how you own your mistakes, even if it might mean you don't always look as good as you hoped!)
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: your ability to communicate to all levels of an organization with a positive, proactive attitude. This includes understanding how to read a room and meet the needs of the team!
- Examples of excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills through asking good questions and completing solid analysis
- Examples of your ability to work independently and autonomously, as well as collaboratively across several teams
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Capable of improvising and troubleshooting in the field
- Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities
- Knowledge or interest in underground utility construction methods
- Ability to work in all weather conditions
To Apply
Please submit your resume and cover letter that addresses the above job specifics, online (ideally, in one document!). If requested, be prepared to submit examples of work products, particularly examples of written technical or research reports/papers in English. While we thank all candidates who apply, only those deemed qualified by the hiring manager will be contacted.
Why Geoscan?
- A commitment to individuals who are dedicated to building a career.
- Customizable benefits package including medical, dental, vision care, and RRSP options.
- Paid sick days to care for you or your immediate family.
- Structured training program where you'll become familiarized with the industry methodologies.
- Company holidays: we go camping in the summer and skiing in the winter!
- Opportunity to become an employee-owner after 12-months of employment.
- Great innovative team to work with.
Our Culture
As part of GeoRadar Group - an employee-owned company - GeoScan prides itself on being flexible and innovative. We have a diverse, youthful culture where career development is both supported and encouraged. Continually striving for excellence and pushing for higher standards, GeoScan is client-focused yet employee-driven. We see ourselves as a professional community - a family who likes to have fun - a unique group of individuals unified by the common goal of being the best in our industry.
About Us
GeoScan is the largest and most experienced provider of Ground Penetrating (GPR) services in Western Canada and is a rapidly growing company based in the Vancouver/Burnaby area. Our services include Land Surveying, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Surveys, Utility Locating, Subsurface Utility Engineering, and Shallow Geophysical Surveys. We are a COR-certified company that ensures safe working environments for our employees backed by safe job procedures and a vigorous training program.
Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Equality:
GeoScan is strongly committed to equal opportunities in employment. We believe in building an environment that is inclusive and supportive for all individuals regardless of ancestry, race, color, religion (including religious dress) or creed, national, ethnic, or social origin, including caste, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, genetic information, age, disability, military or veteran status, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, or other protected categories as provided by human rights legislation. Our goal is to build an organization that supports diversity inside out!
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