Field survey technician
City of Ottawa’s Planning, Development and Building Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Field survey technician. City of Ottawa’s Planning, Development, and Building Department oversees urban growth, land use, and construction. It provides zoning regulations, building permits, and development approvals. By guiding infrastructure and community planning, it shapes Ottawa’s sustainable development. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Ottawa
Department: Planning, Development and Building Department
Service: ROW, Heritage and Urban Dsgn Services
Branch: Surveys and Mapping Branch
Position: Field survey technician
No of Vacancies: 5
Salary: $64175.02 - $75085.92 yearly
Employment Type: Full time/Permanent
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
Job Category: Planning and Infrastructure
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Shift: 35.00 hours per week
Requisition ID: 16259
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completed a two-year diploma in surveying from an accredited college or institution
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of two years of experience in either engineering or legal surveying
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should be capable of operating a computer to assist in data downloading, read and interpret legal survey plans and base mapping products
- The candidates should be thorough and meticulous in their work and a courteous and informative demeanor when dealing with City staff and the public
- The candidates should demonstrate initiative and responsibility in their role and ensure that fieldwork meets legislative requirements and follows the Surveys and Mapping Branch procedural guide
- The candidates should document observations in a clear and concise manner, ensure that electronic data is stored correctly, perform routine equipment tests on a regular basis and operate City vehicles safely and perform daily maintenance checks
- The candidates should have effective interpersonal relationship skills, demonstrate tact, initiative, reliability, and thoroughness and be physically capable of performing
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should hold a valid Ontario unrestricted G-class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than six demerit points accumulated
- The candidates should have knowledge of the Ontario Land Registration System and understand the 3º MTM and 6º UTM Coordinate System
- The candidates should have experience with GPS equipment, electronic total station equipment, and conventional rod and level equipment
- The candidates should have knowledge of provincial statutes relating to surveying and Ontario Cadastral Survey Fabric
- The candidates should have knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to function as a member of a survey crew and support Survey Technologists in field operations
- The candidates should be able to assist in the collection of laser scanning, topographic, and legal survey information
- The candidates should be able to operate and maintain survey equipment under the guidance of Survey Technologists
- The candidates should be able to ensure accurate data collection and documentation and follow established survey procedures and safety guidelines
- The candidates should be able to assist with site preparation and equipment setup for survey activities and perform other related duties
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!