Job ID #31917: Survey Technician

City of Hamilton•Hamilton, ON

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves contributing to the City of Hamilton, a large Canadian city with a diverse economy and active community. The Survey Technician will report to the Senior Project Manager, Surveys, and will direct and work with a survey crew to plot and measure lines and angles within the City. The position requires the ability to independently develop ideas into completed projects as a survey instrument person.

Requirements

Proven knowledge of theories and practices in surveying, normally acquired by attaining a Technician Diploma in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
Previous experience in leading a survey crew as a party chief in charge of a survey crew performing engineering surveys.
Experience in a computerized environment.
Experience and knowledge in surveying software with proven ability to upload, download and process survey data in Micro Survey, Bentley InRoads and Microstation.
Previous related experience in field data collection using total station and GPS receiver in conjunction with other survey field equipment.
Must possess a Class "G" Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

Direct and work with a survey crew using a wide variety of tools and equipment.
Input and retrieve survey data from survey hardware and computers.
Use survey instruments, data collectors and computers.
Perform topographic and construction surveys to City standards.
Search for survey evidence in the field.
Record, analyze, verify, calculate, resolve and define precise survey positions and measurements.
Analyze, edit and prepare raw data to finished project in digital and hard copy formats.
Locate underground cables, pipelines and sewers.
Perform confined space entries using Fall Arrest Systems and other related equipment.
Write reports, compile statistics, store data, update databases.
Develop horizontal and vertical geodetic networks.
Operate a City vehicle.
Receive and answer enquiries from staff, other departments, public and police.
Complete time sheets.
Train new staff.
Testify in court on behalf of the City of Hamilton.
Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the position.