Annis O’Sullivan Vollebekk Ltd. Hiring for Instrument Person (Survey Assistant) – Embrun at Embrun, ON Full Time

The AOV Group of Companies employ over 115 people across five offices within the Ottawa region. Our employees come to work every day doing something that they know really matters – they help ensure that development sites have the information needed for design and approval processes, and that commercial, industrial, and residential projects are built in compliance with the many requirements involved with new construction.

We are currently recruiting an Instrument Person to join our team in Embrun, Ontario. Working closely with the Crew Lead (Party Chief) you will be going to various field sites to collect data points for processing. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, are detail orientated, and have an interest in geomatics, this could be the role for you! Read on to learn more.

Accountabilities

Provide Assistance to Party Chief in conducting Land Surveys

Ensure all equipment required for the shift is in proper working order and loaded into the work vehicles prior to the work crew setting out for the day.

Assist the Party Chief on a wide variety of survey work including legal, laser scanning, construction and topographic surveys.

Set-up and operate survey equipment including Total Station, GPS and data collectors.

Act as a representative of our company in the field providing a respectful and knowledgeable liaison between the office and client.

Be actively involved with the Party Chief at the end of each day regarding any uploads and number of Survey monuments or any other extra gear that may be needed for the following day’s projects.

As directed by the Party Chief, remove old field files from the data collectors that are no longer required.

Maintain records of field project files in notebooks to ensure that all daily work is downloaded and stored properly at the end of each day.

Complete a Fault Analysis Report for all equipment that is sent out for repairs and give the completed report to the Party Chief.

Health and Safety

Maintain accurate records of vehicle conditions for the work crew (i.e. ensuring the safety and cleanliness, checking/logging tire pressure, checking fluids (oil, coolant, windshield washer).

Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as per company policies.

Adhere to company Health & Safety Policies.

Maintain conditions (safety and cleanliness) of company vehicles.

Qualifications

Education & Training

Relevant college level diploma or university degree is considered an asset

Working at Heights, WHMIS, First-Aid & CPR (will be provided once employed with AOV)

The Ontario Traffic Manual’s Book 7 (Temporary Conditions) (will be provided once employed with AOV)

Experience

AOV is willing to train. Previous land survey experience is not required.

Any experience operating Total Stations, GPS Receivers, and surveying software will be considered an asset (or combination of education and experience)

1+ years of experience in a client facing role

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure

Ability to work as part of a team

Great attention to detail

Ability to communicate information in a clear and professional manner

Nature & Scope

Contacts: Direct communication with Party Chief and other field crews to complete regular job duties. Communication with technical, management and administrative staff to relay information. While performing field work the incumbent will regularly communicate with other workers, customers, and members of the public.

Level of Responsibility: The Party Chief will rely on this role for information and updates. Responsible for ensuring messages are relayed in a timely manner.

Decision-Making Authority: Survey Assistant duties are performed under the direction of the Party Chief.

Physical and Sensory Demands: Attention to detail, multiple distractions in field depending on work location, noise levels requiring hearing protection at certain field sites Lifting and carrying up to 20Kg on a daily basis, walking on snow, ice, muddy and uneven terrain.

Working Environment: Adverse weather conditions and natural terrain. Work is performed in urban and remote locations.

Ready to apply?

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career with AOV, please submit your application today!

We welcome applications from all interested candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Annis O’Sullivan Vollebekk is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.