J.D. Barnes Limited, a leader in the land surveying, mapping and land information industry is currently recruiting for summer contract positions.
Summer Survey Assistants gain experience and exposure to land surveying on a variety of work sites with experienced Survey Party Chiefs. This is a great stepping stone to move into other survey positions and gain experience for a career in surveying. Summer employment starts in April/May/June and finishes in late August/early September.
Job Responsibilities
- Operate survey equipment including transits, levels, Total Stations, data collectors, GPS etc.
- Assist the Survey Party Chief with data preparation, measurements and calculations
- Communicate problems, errors, questions and concerns to the Survey Party Chief
- Inspect and maintain field equipment
- Ensure a clean and orderly work environment
- Adhere to all Health and Safety Policies and Regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Completion or in progress of completing a surveying or engineering technology program
- Strong mathematical abilities
- Good communication skills
- Experience with land surveying and survey equipment is an asset
**Several offices require Summer Survey Assistants to work out of town for extended periods of time
This job takes place outdoors in varying weather conditions and environments and demands a certain degree of physical strength as you will be carrying equipment (Total Station, Level, Bars and Stakes) from site to site.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé and cover letter online. Please indicate which of our offices you are interested in. If you require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
We thank all applicants, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
OFFICE LOCATIONS
- Barrie
- Markham
- Ottawa
- Thunder Bay
- Toronto
- Whitby