About Mc Elhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, Mc Elhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At Mc Elhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.

The Opportunity:
Mc Elhanney, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, is actively seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a Survey Technologist in Penticton at a junior to intermediate level. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands on surveying experience with a multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of Land Surveyors and Survey Technologists as well as Civil Engineers and Technologists on a variety of legal, topographic, engineering and construction projects. Depending on your experience and career goals, this can be primarily a field-based position or, alternatively, a position that combines both office and field survey work. You will provide field survey services using conventional survey methods but may also work with Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS, a.k.a. drones), Li DAR (statics and mobile, terrestrial, and aerial), bathymetric systems, and more.
This role is designated as a safety-sensitive position and completion of a pre-employment drug & alcohol testing is required.

Living in Penticton
Located in the sunny Okanagan region of British Columbia, Penticton has the best climate in Canada as ranked by Environment Canada. The semi-arid desert climate provides over 2000 hours of bright sunshine and only 23 cm of rain per year. Average temperatures are 28 degrees Celsius in summer and 2 degrees Celsius in winter. Penticton is a haven of recreational pursuits such as skiing and golf, as well as being home to world-class vineyards and beautiful orchards.

Salary Range: $53,000-$79,000 per annum. Mc Elhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work as part of a Field Crew, preparing accurate notes, sketches and field data.
• Conduct conventional and GPS field surveys.
• Interpret field data to create accurate survey drawings and legal plans. This will include downloading and editing field data, interpreting field notes and sketches, and processing conventional and GNSS data.
• Interpret Architectural and Engineering drawings for layout and as-built survey purposes.
• Liaising with Project Managers and clients regarding project scope and enquiries.
• Implementing quality assurance on all field returns and office deliverables.

What You’ll Bring

• Two-year technical diploma in Geomatics with up to 5 years of previous experience in a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience with RPAS systems including basic and advanced pilot license is a strong asset.
• Experience with Auto CAD Civil3D, Trimble Business Centre and Trimble Access is a strong asset.
• Physically fit, able to lift heavy equipment, willing to work in various environmental conditions with varied terrain, able to work in wildlife populated areas, and willing to work in remote areas for extended periods and varied hours.
• Knowledge of survey and boundary calculation, geodetic coordinate systems and map projections.
• Basic understanding of the BC Land Titles system
• Strong communication skills
• Adherence to corporate safety policies and reporting
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to work independently to complete tasks and meet deadlines in a timely manner.

What Can We Offer You?

• Competitive salary and participation in our generous Performance Bonus Plan.
• Work with industry leading professionals
• Receive support, guidance, and mentorship to achieve your career goals.
• Work with cutting edge geospatial technologies and equipment
• Financial assistance with relocation if applicable.
• Maternity and parental leave top-up
• Great benefits, including extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching.
• Employee and Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support for all employees and their families either online or over the phone.
• A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all.
• Continuous support for your professional development and growth

For a full review of our projects, please visit our online portfolio: https://www.mcelhanney.com/portfolio

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Mc Elhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to Mc Elhanney!

If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To learn more about our recognition as Canada's Top 100 Employers (2024), visit Top Employer: Mc Elhanney Ltd. (canadastop100.com).

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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.

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