land surveyor

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Wet / damp

Work setting

• Urban area
• Rural area
• Various locations
• Construction company

Tasks

• Prepare all data and documents related to surveys of real property boundaries
• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
• Supervise other land surveyors and / or field crews
• Supervise the preparation and compilation of all data and documents related to surveys of real property boundaries
• Plan, direct and supervise or conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries of properties
• 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

Field skills experience

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

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 to 40 hours per week