topographic survey technologist

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Operate survey instruments and devices
• Participate in field surveys
• 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
• Assist survey engineers or professional surveyors to develop methods and procedures for conducting field surveys
• 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
• Record measurements and other information obtained during field survey activities
• Create three-dimensional (3-D) models with computer-aided design (CAD)

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Word

Technical experience

• Mapping and surveying

Survey specialization

• Topographic survey
• Engineering
• Geodetic
• Land development

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Dependability
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Day

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

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

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Transportation provided by employer
• Variable or compressed work week