Survey Assistant Student
GeoVerra
- Mississauga, ON
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Assist in the field on survey projects.
- Holding measuring rods or targets .
- Setting up and tearing down of survey equipment .
- Carrying survey equipment and stakes over long distances.
- Help locate and mark property boundaries and other survey points.
- Maintain, clean, monitor and report the condition of equipment and vehicles.
- Prepare files, maps and data for survey projects.
- Assist with records management, data loading and quality assurance.
- Review historical surveying records and archive them according to classification standards.
- Adhere to the safety requirements of the client, OH&S and the GeoVerra Safety program.
- Participate in Emergency Response Planning, Hazard Assessment, Job Safety Analysis development, daily tailgate meetings and complies with all safety activities identified.
- Assist with the use of GNSS receivers for RTK, RTN static measurements and total stations.
- Currently enrolled in a degree/diploma program related to Geomatics, Surveying, Geography or Civil Engineering.
- Ability and willingness to travel regularly for the client, project, and GeoVerra requirements.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.
- An understanding of survey methodologies is considered an asset.
- Previous experience working in the great outdoors is considered an asset.
- A valid non-restricted driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as per the limits provided in the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace
- Clear criminal background check.
- Out-of-town work (possible shift work) and frequent travel required.
- Night shifts may be required.
- Ability to carry, lift and push up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Competitive compensation.
- Award-winning safety program.
- Tools and services to support your mental wellness.
- Work-life balance.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
- Continuing education and professional development.
- Use of leading-edge technology and equipment.
- Diverse projects and a fast-paced working environment.