Surveyor
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Conducts topographical and construction surveys for roadways, subdivisions, aggregate pits and mining projects; checks grades using manual and laser methods; provides accurate survey data for engineering, quantities and as-built drawings.
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Overview
Grades - Survey
Sureway Construction is one of Alberta’s largest heavy construction contractors, involved in; civil earthworks and grading, utilities and offsite, mine operation and aggregate extraction.
Job Type: Full Time, Seasonal
Schedule: 10+ hours per day, 6 & 1, OT after 8hr/day or 44hr/week
Perks: Benefits, RRSP/TFSA Matching
Travel: Additional Allowance $45/day traveled
Location: Gibbons area. No direct access to public transportation.
Essential: Hard-working, reliable, flexible with schedule, ability to work in physically demanding conditions
Gradesperson overview:
- Check the grade of roadways and construction sites using manual and laser methods.
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
- This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.
Survey/Field Technologist overview:
Reporting to the Superintendent, the job of the Survey/Field Technologist is to conduct topographical and construction surveys. Providing accurate survey data for Quantities, engineering, mapmaking, land evaluation, construction and other purposes.
- Conduct construction survey layout with major and minor construction projects including subdivisions, aggregate pits, mining and roadways.
- Completing topographical surveys for as-builts and quantities.
- Assist in preparation of as-built drawings and calculating earthwork quantities using Civil 3D.
- Provide proper care and maintenance of survey gear, company truck and other equipment.
- Machine Control.
- Planning, directing and conducting construction surveys. Establishing and marking work limits. Must ensure a solid understanding of, and comply with the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics. Must examine situations in light of the principles of the company’s Code of Ethics.
- Participate as a vital team member, and contribute towards the success of the organization, which may involve the provision of other technical and administrative support, as required.
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
- This is a general responsibilities list and does not include all responsibilities required of the position.
Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a Civil Engineering program at a post-secondary institute.
- Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
- Must have a good working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word, AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Trimble tsc3/tsc7.
- Effective and professional oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment, as well as, being an independent self-starter.
- Must display and promote a continuous regard to safety.
Sureway Construction Group is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Wage Disclaimer: Wage estimates shown on third-party job boards are general estimates only and do not reflect the actual compensation for this position. Actual wages are determined by the company and discussed during the hiring process.
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