Geomatics Laboratory Assistant

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

Your Role Includes:

• Supervising and assisting in various Geomatics initiatives.
• Setting up specialized laboratory equipment and demonstrating laboratory techniques, while providing assistance to students during scheduled lab sessions and as needed.
• Offering support for specialized printing and plotting services, preparing digital datasets for student projects, liaising with industry partners, conducting equipment inventories, promoting programs, and assisting in data management projects. Additional duties may be assigned by the Academic Chair.

Qualifications Required

Educational Background and Experience:

• A relevant post-secondary qualification, ideally a certificate in a geomatics discipline from a community college or an undergraduate degree in a related field.
• A minimum of two years of recent, relevant experience in applied geomatics theory, including mapping, terrain analysis, air photo interpretation, graphic design, GIS modeling, statistical analysis, and scripting. Familiarity with various hardware and software tools in a geomatics setting is essential.
• Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and email. Experience with Learning Management Systems like Brightspace is a plus.
• Experience with GIS databases, particularly PostgreSQL, is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience with GNSS hardware is beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to program in languages such as SQL, Python, C#, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is an asset.
• A commitment to staying updated with advancing technology and utilizing it effectively in your work.

Skills and Attributes:

• A strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective interaction at all organizational levels.
• Exceptional customer service skills, fostering trust and positive relationships.
• Strong teamwork abilities, contributing positively to collaborative environments.
• Technical expertise in GIS technology, including proficiency with ESRI products (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap) and Open Source tools (e.g., QGIS).
• Proven problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent coordination skills, particularly in liaising with industry partners to enhance Geomatics employment opportunities.
• Demonstrated records and information management skills, especially related to databases.
• A dedication to lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
• Active involvement in community initiatives, such as volunteering with geomatics associations.