Survey Assistant II

at  The City of Vancouver

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Completion of grade twelve supplemented by survey theory course work and some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Diploma of Technology in civil engineering or geomatics is preferred
• Ability to complete the City of Vancouver Traffic Management training course

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of survey methods and techniques
• Skill in the use and care of surveying tools including total stations and levels
• Ability to establish and maintain effective respectful working relationships with staff, and exercise tact and diplomacy in relating to members of the public
• Ability to take direction from a rotating group of survey technicians in relation to specific assignments and carryout work diligently, efficiently, and safely
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately, neatly and rapidly
• Ability to perform physical work outdoors in all weather conditions including walking, lifting and carrying all equipment used in the work over long distances on uneven terrain
• Ability to work safely in all traffic conditions and on construction sites
• Proficient in the use of civil engineering design and documentation software

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid BC Driver’s License and a safe driving record are required
• The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities
• Local area travel and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
• ICBC Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
• ICBC Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

The City’s COVID-19 vaccination policy is currently suspended and as a result, vaccination against COVID-19 is not required at this time. However, should circumstances change and the City deem it necessary to re-introduce such policy, you may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in order to be eligible to continue performing your duties.
Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Position Start Date: August, 2023
Position End Date: August, 2024
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-015: $26.87 to $31.56 per hour
Number of Vacancies: 2

MAIN PURPOSE & FUNCTION

Reporting to the Streets Survey Technical Supervisor, this position assists the Survey Technician in conducting varied survey assignments, including field and office related duties.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist a Survey Technician in the surveying of streets, lanes, parks and other features as assigned. Activities generally include:

• Operating and maintaining survey equipment such as total stations, survey controllers, auto-levels, and basic hand tools
• Carrying out physical work including but not limited to carrying survey equipment, locating survey pins, plugs and monuments, staking, exposing shallow utility covers and markers, clearing weeds, brush and other obstacles
• Providing traffic control including creating basic traffic control plans, setting up traffic control devices, and acting as a traffic control person
• Keeping field notes, sketches; making computations and calculations as required
• Performing office related duties such as data editing and input, basic drafting using civil engineering design and documentation software, and filing
• Conducting field investigations and pickup/delivery of equipment or vehicles, supplies, and notices
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned