Survey Assistant, Grande Prairie

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Established in 1949, Midwest Surveys is an employee-owned professional land surveying firm providing geomatics deliverables designed for oil & gas, construction, municipal and utility applications through our ten offices in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia. We focus on building lasting relationships with clients by providing industry-leading project solutions that are customer-centric and technology driven. Our success is defined by engaged employees, unbending safe work practices, loyal clients and doing the right thing.

We are currently looking for a Survey Assistant in our Grande Prairie location. Grande Prairie is a dynamic and vibrant city set amidst rolling prairie and aspen parkland forest. It offers residents a diverse range of amenities and activities such as a Class “A” art gallery, community theatre, sports complex, three golf courses, cross country ski trails and an Alpine Ski Hill. Grande Prairie is one of Canada’s most promising regions and has a population of over 60,000 people. Click here to learn more about this thriving young city full of opportunities!

Summary Of Responsibilities

The Survey Assistant is responsible for assisting a Crew Chief in the practice of surveying across all sectors/divisions within Midwest. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow all Midwest health and safety policies, practices & procedures, with a commitment to contributing to the safe work culture.
• Participate in monthly field safety meetings.
• Communicate effectively with the Crew Chief, including asking questions and a willingness to learn about survey methodology and techniques.
• Operate all communication and electronic equipment (cell phones, laptops, etc.).
• Operate motor vehicles, including OHVs (off-highway vehicles) and medium-duty trucks (Ford F-350 or similar).
• Operate survey equipment under the supervision of the Crew Chief, including setting up, operation and packing up all survey equipment.
• Perform basic survey data collector functions under the supervision of the Crew Chief.
• Complete basic survey tasks such as staking and flagging boundaries and searching/digging for survey evidence.
• Traveling as required by work assignments (field-based position)
• Lodging costs covered by Midwest.
• Reimbursement provided for subsistence expenses.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including maintenance of tools, supplies, and vehicles.
• Comply with jurisdictional Commercial Carrier Safety requirements/regulations (training provided by Midwest).
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of project related documentation and project workflows.
• Assume a safety lead position should the Crew Chief become injured.
• Working overtime as needed.
  

What You Offer

Preference will be given to candidates who hold industry standard safety certificates already in possession.

• A valid driver’s license, free of major convictions as defined in jurisdictional traffic safety regulations (i.e., distracted driving, driving while impaired).
• A High School Diploma, or equivalent (completed courses in Geomatics from a recognized post-secondary institution is considered an asset).
• The ability to comply with Drug & Alcohol testing requirements as stipulated by client requirements and jurisdictional health and safety regulations.
• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Experience with operating Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) & 1-ton class trucks (F-350 or similar medium duty truck).
• Experience with basic Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Comfort with the operation and use of navigational and orienteering tools (e.g., handheld GPS units, Google maps, hard-copy paper maps, etc.).
• Experience in a similar role including the use of survey equipment (e.g., GNSS RTK, Total Stations, Levels, UAVs, etc.) is an asset.
  
  

What We Offer

• Hands on mentorship and guidance (i.e., one-on-one job training with an experienced Crew Chief).
• Years of service recognition (e.g., gifts, increased vacation).
• Employer paid benefits package includes:
• Flexible health spending account & extended health coverage (e.g., prescription, dental, etc.).
• Life insurance & travel health coverage.
• Personal/sick days & wellness spending account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Safety training provided and paid for as needed (e.g., H2S, First Aid, ATV, etc.).
  

If you are looking to begin or develop your career in surveying and think we are the right organization for you, we want to hear from you! For more information on working with Midwest Surveys please visit the Careers section of our website: www.midwest.ca.

APPLICANT MUST BE LEGALLY AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN CANADA. Validation of eligibility will be required if selected for an interview.

All applications will be kept confidential. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.