Role Overview:

McElhanney Ltd. is looking for a Survey Assistant to join our branch in Vancouver, BC. This is a great opportunity for a dedicated individual who enjoys working in the great outdoors, looking to gain hands on surveying experience. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of survey technicians and land surveyors on a variety of legal, topographic and construction surveys.

Responsibilities :

• Set-up and operation of conventional survey and GNSS equipment.
• Follow directives received from Field Supervisor or Party Chief to assist survey team.
• Prepare accurate field notes, when required.
• Clean and maintain equipment, maintain supplies, stock company vehicle, and ensure necessary physical resources are available in the field, with minimal supervision.
• May be required to use tools and equipment such as axe, sledge hammer, shovel, metal detector and survey tripod to complete assigned tasks.
• May be required to use hand and power tools to clear line quickly and efficiently.

Requirements:

• Formal training/post-secondary education in survey technology; a combination of education and experience is an asset
• Physically fit and able to move and carry survey equipment
• Ability to work in a variety of outdoor settings including wilderness/backcountry environment for extended periods and varied hours
• Willing to travel and able to work out of town on an as-needed basis (up to three weeks away at a time; sometimes more)
• Excellent attention to detail, attendance, judgment, and communication skills

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.About McElhanney:

Based in Western Canada for over 100 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,100 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.:

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If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers: to apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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