Land Survey Assistant
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and be eligible to work in Ontario at the time of application.
If you do not currently have valid authorization to work in Canada, please DO NOT click "Apply" or submit an application. We are only considering candidates who already meet this requirement.
About Polar SurveyingPolar Surveying Ltd. is a trusted land surveying firm serving clients across the Greater Toronto Area. We specialize in legal and construction surveys, including SRPRs, reference plans, construction layout, and grading plans. Our team is committed to accuracy, reliability, and professionalism in every project.
We are currently seeking a Survey Assistant to join our growing team. This position is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual interested in gaining hands-on experience in Ontario's land surveying and construction industries.
- Assist the Survey Party Chief with legal boundary surveys, construction layout, topographic surveys, and other field activities.
- Set up and operate surveying equipment, including total stations, GNSS receivers, prisms, and data collectors.
- Assist with locating survey monuments, measuring distances, and collecting field data.
- Set stakes, survey markers, and layout points under the direction of the Survey Party Chief.
- Maintain accurate field notes, sketches, and survey records.
- Load, unload, maintain, and organize survey equipment and supplies.
- Work closely with the field crew to complete projects accurately and efficiently.
- Follow workplace safety requirements, AOLS standards, and company's standard operating procedures.
- Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and eligible to work in Ontario.
- Previous experience in land surveying, construction, or a related field is an asset.
- Familiarity with surveying equipment, including total stations, GNSS receivers, and data collectors, is preferred.
- Physically capable of working outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a field crew and follow instructions.
- Valid Ontario G-Class driver's licence and a clean driving record.
- Diploma or certificate in Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field is an asset.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits package.
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays.
- Hands-on training and opportunities for professional development.
- Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Exposure to diverse residential, commercial, institutional, and infrastructure projects.
Email your resume and a brief cover letter to careers@polarsurveying.com. Please include "Survey Assistant Application" in the subject line.
Please apply only if you currently meet the work authorization and Ontario field experience requirements.
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Responsibilities
Assist the Survey Party Chief with boundary, construction layout, topographic, and other field surveys by operating equipment, locating monuments, collecting data, and setting stakes and layout points. Maintain accurate field records and organized equipment while following safety requirements, AOLS standards, and company procedures.
Requirements
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and eligible to work in Ontario, hold a valid Ontario G-Class driver's licence with a clean driving record, and be able to work outdoors in varied weather and terrain. Related experience and familiarity with surveying equipment are preferred, while a diploma or certificate in Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field is an asset.
Skills
- Land Surveying
- Survey Equipment Operation
- Total Stations
- GNSS Receivers
- Data Collectors
- Field Data Collection
- Boundary Surveys
- Construction Layout
- Topographic Surveys
- Survey Monument Location
- Field Notes And Records
- Survey Staking
- Equipment Maintenance
- Workplace Safety
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Health And Dental Benefits
- Paid Vacation
- Statutory Holidays
- Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Construction
- Trades
Keywords
- Land Surveying
- Legal Surveys
- Construction Surveys
- SRPRs
- Reference Plans
- Construction Layout
- Grading Plans
- Boundary Surveys
- Topographic Surveys
- Total Stations
- GNSS Receivers
- Prisms
- Data Collectors
- Survey Monuments
- Field Data Collection
- Survey Stakes
- Field Notes
- AOLS Standards
- Workplace Safety
- Geomatics
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Greater Toronto Area