Geomatics Engineering Survey Assistant

Company Description

Welcome to rewarding experiences you can relate to. 

At CIMA+, you can look forward to opportunities that match your skills, ambitions and passions. You’ll be mentored by engaged professionals and be able to work on innovative projects that help communities become sustainable and more resilient. With us, you’ll reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people.   

If this sounds like the kind of place you would thrive in, then take this opportunity to become part of something unique: a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. 

Job Description

As a Geomatics Engineering Survey Assistant, you will contribute to the Geomatics – Land Surveying Team by joining the field survey group and performing municipal, road, construction, industrial and environmental surveys on projects mainly based in the Calgary region with other project opportunities in Alberta, British Columbia, and Saskatchewan. At CIMA, our standard equipment is Trimble TSC5, R12i, SX-12, and Dini. For scanners we use Trimble, Riegl, Faro, NavVis, and Leica. We have DJI drones as well. You may have to travel between provinces and work in all types of weather conditions, averaging 40 hours per week. 

Main Responsibilities 

• Assist a Party Chief in the completion of subdivision, road, industrial plant site and construction surveys 
• Ensure professional and respectful client interaction  
• Assist with the set-up and operation of conventional survey equipment, GPS, drone, terrestrial LiDAR and buried utility locating equipment 
• Data collection and field note preparation 
• Prepare field materials and maintain survey equipment, tools & vehicles 
• Participate in the interpretation of engineering drawings, specifications, legal survey plans and maps with respect to survey assignment 

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or a senior student currently enrolled in a Geomatics Engineering Technology or Bachelors of Geomatics Engineering degree  
• Field experience in surveying is an asset 
• Experience with AutoCAD and Trimble Business Center is an asset 
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License 
• Trained in interpreting engineering drawings and applicable specifications 
• Knowledgeable of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations of Alberta 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software applications 
• Effective written and oral communication skills 

The starting salary for this position ranges from $24.15 to $33 per hour, depending on your academic profile and your previous co-op or internship experience or previous related work experience. The final offer and salary may be adjusted based on your unique profile. 

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+, and we are looking for people who uphold these principles. We are committed to creating opportunities for all our talents to contribute to the firm’s success, develop and grow, regardless of cultural or other differences. We fully endorse employment equity principles and encourage women, visible minorities, indigenous peoples, and individuals with disabilities to apply for any position offered at CIMA+. Adaptation measures are provided upon request to facilitate participation in the recruitment process.  

Growth potential at CIMA+ is exponential with your experience and aspirations. With your academic achievements, we want to assist you in obtaining your professional status as an Alberta Land Surveyor and or Professional Engineer with this practical experience, coinciding with your career goals.   

Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).​

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.​

Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.

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