Student Survey Technician

Competition Number: 24126

Category: Engineering and Public Works

Job Title: Student Survey Technician

Department: Engineering - Water Resources - Survey

Position Type: Temporary Full Time Position - Up to 8 months (CUPE Local 2011)

Salary: $31.22/hr plus 15% in lieu of benefits

Posted Date: April 22, 2024

Closing Date: May 12, 2024

Last Modified: April 22, 2024, 2:02 pm

Status: Open

Description:

This vacancy is only available for students. Enrolment in a full-time post-secondary education program is mandatory. 

The Water Resources Division of Saanich Engineering provides professional services for the management of the municipal sanitary sewer, potable water and storm drainage systems. We also provide GIS and Surveying services for the greater Department. We are recruiting for a Student Survey Technician to join our fast paced and diverse team to assist in a variety of surveying and geomatics duties including survey field work, engineering calculations and CAD drawing preparation. The successful candidate will use Robotic Total Stations and GNSS instrumentation, complete engineering topographic surveys, record cadastral ties and underground utility connections; collect field data, processes and performs adjustments on raw survey data to produce finished CAD drawings; and carries out mathematical survey calculations. Other related duties may also be assigned.

Requirements include completion of one year post-secondary education; current enrolment in a full time post-secondary education program; valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s Licence; physically fit to perform field duties; and one month of related work experience. Preference will be given to those enrolled in a Geomatics or Engineering Program at a University or Technical Institution. Enrolment in a full time post-secondary education program is mandatory. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (40 hours per week) on a flex schedule.

As a component of the selection process, testing will also be conducted.

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024. 

As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.

If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.

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