Aerial Survey Technician

**Company**

Eagle Mapping has been a provider of quality airborne geospatial data and mapping products since 1985. We are a dedicated team of mapping professionals, and invest in leading-edge hardware, software, and training to help our staff maintain this advantage. We currently operate 5 top-of-the-line LiDAR sensors and 4 digital cameras, which are frequently deployed throughout North and South America.

**Position Summary**

In order to support increasing demands for data acquisition, we are currently looking for an **Aerial Survey Technician** to join our field acquisition team. This is a continuing full-time position, and extensive in-house training will be provided. The Aerial Survey Technician is responsible for operating LiDAR sensors, digital camera systems and GPS instruments in an aerial platform. This position requires constant monitoring of weather forecasts and other key factors of the acquisition operation as well as regular communication with field management and other team members. Extensive field work is required and will include long periods in small aircraft which may be based out of remote locations. Schedule flexibility will be key, as favourable weather conditions must be taken advantage of, frequently on short notice.

**Principal Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Operate aerial LiDAR and camera systems
- Assist with installation and setup / troubleshooting of LiDAR and camera systems
- Establish GNSS base station and / or ground control to support acquisition projects
- Recording daily flight logs, producing coverage maps and other relevant reports
- Planning and executing LiDAR and GPS surveys
- Effective communication of project progress to management
- Extensive travel with limited advance notice

**Required Experience & Skills**
- Completion of a Geomatics Engineering, GIS, or related post-secondary program
- Excellent computer literacy and technical skills
- Ability to work in remote locations for extended durations
- Strong work ethic - supervised and unsupervised
- Exceptional communication skills and attention to detail
- Experience in small aircraft is desirable

**Additional requirements**:

- Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a current passport
- You must be willing / able to travel to the USA and other countries as needed.
- Participation and adherence to company and subcontractor safety programs
- _We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted._

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 60 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Langley, BC V1M 0B2