SURVEY TECHNICIAN 2

at  City of Coquitlam

Regular Full-time
About Us
One of BC’s Top Employers, the City of Coquitlam offers meaningful career opportunities to make a difference within the local community. As the sixth largest city in BC, we are home to more than 150,000 residents. Our diverse municipality is a great place to work as it continues to grow through innovative urban design, inspiring arts, culture and recreation programs, and state-of-the-art transportation systems. Our brand is built on managing our resources in a responsible and sustainable manner, while supporting a vibrant, growing regional urban centre. We envision a bright future in Coquitlam that we hope includes you!
About You / What We Are Looking For
As a member of our Engineering and Public Works Geomatics team, you will undertake advanced level technical field survey work involving projects of larger size and complexity. You will operate Total Stations, GPS and related equipment in pre-construction, construction, as-constructed, mapping, legal and topographical surveys. In addition, you will participate in the planning and direction of the Survey Assistants’ work.
Along with a team-player attitude and 2-5 years of relevant experience, you have (or are in the process of obtaining) a diploma in Geomatics or a related area of study. In addition to a background in advanced level technical field survey work, preferably in a surveying environment, you have hands-on expertise with a range of surveying equipment, strong computer abilities, attention to detail and accuracy, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A valid driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of the 12th school grade
• Courses in surveying
• Sound experience in municipal survey work and/or legal survey work or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Valid BC driver’s licence or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered or ability to register with the Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC

What We Offer:
This CUPE position has an hourly rate range of $37.56 - $44.20 (2024 rates). The rate of pay is based on a variety of factors including qualifications, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have the chance to join a rapidly growing and diverse team dedicated to supporting the local community, and be able to engage in variety of learning and development opportunities. Additionally, there is an opportunity to participate in an earned day off/flex day program. The City offers an attractive vacation and extended benefits package, including the ability to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan.
Accessibility / Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Coquitlam is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards enhancing equitable practices in our recruitment and retention processes. As an organization we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment to support our growing and diverse work force. To learn more about what equity, diversity, and inclusion means, and the City’s efforts in support of these principles, please visit coquitlam.ca/edi for more information.
If at any time during the application or recruitment process you require additional assistance or an accommodation, please contact our team for confidential support. Staff can also provide in-person support if required.
Applicants under consideration may be required to undergo a police information check (with no adverse reports).
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Please apply online at www.coquitlam.ca/careers by 11:55 pm on November 5, 2024.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please refer the Job description for details