Geospatial Field Technician

DFX Technical Services Inc. is a telecommunications design and engineering service provider in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area.

• **Job Description**_

**Summary**: The Geospatial Field Technician role requires a highly motivated self-starter that will be responsible for processing and analyzing data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and conducting surveys as required. Additionally, you will assist in traditional survey duties, ensuring precise data collection for our projects..

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

• Travel to various customer requested site visits to prospective customer locations to determine best and most effective ways to construct fibre optic networks at those facilities
• Complete pole survey audit using IKE GPS photographic data acquisition system
• Operate GPS and other field data gathering devices
• Mobile Mapping - Operate Trimble MX50/Leica LiDAR data collection device a
• Collect aerial and underground field data for telecom design and permitting by physically walking the plant
• Assist in the development and implementation of a state-of-the-art LiDAR program tailored to meet the specific needs of infrastructure design projects
• Plan and execute LiDAR data acquisition missions using advanced LiDAR equipment, ensuring high-quality data capture
• Process, calibrate, and analyze LiDAR data to extract actionable insights and create accurate digital terrain models (DTMs) and 3D point clouds
• Perform thorough quality control checks on LiDAR data to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Operating company vehicle and ensuring the proper maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of LiDAR equipment to maximize performance and longevity
• Collaborate closely with engineers, surveyors, and GIS specialists to integrate LiDAR data into infrastructure design projects, facilitating informed decision-making
• Daily administrative tasks often include the upload and download of survey data files, debrief to Survey & Design teams, time sheet completion verification with field-crew team members, and daily reports
• Develop and complete associated paperwork (sketches of both ISP and OSP pathways, drawings, including site survey paperwork, address listings, bill of materials, associated pictures and cost estimates)
• GIS Analysts must have a background and/or education in GIS mapping and be able to work in a team environment
• Identify existing utilities
• Identify any issues or obstacles preventing a successful construction of the network
• Identify customers network and review proposed methods of construction
• Other duties are required

**Qualifications**: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• GIS post-grad certification or equivalent education or equivalent work experience
• 1 year experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of Postgres or PostGIS considered an asset
• Experience with Geodatabase
• Experience interpreting CATV, FTTH or Telecom construction/contractor blueprints & as-builts an asset
• Knowledge of RF/CATV and fibre systems (fibre-to-the home/FTTH, FTTB, FTTx) an asset
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency
• Knowledge and understanding of subsurface utilities
• Ability to operate a LiDAR mapping unit, GPS, laser range finder & measuring wheels
• Experience operating a LiDAR mapping unit and/or RTK GPS equipment an asset
• Proficient use of a wireless tablet & smart phone
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work and collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Highly motivated self-starter with an attention to detail is a must
• Experience with GIS software and tools such as QGIS, ArcGIS, 3-GIS an asset
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist, squat, lift 50 lbs and walk for long periods of time; includes body weight, equipment, tools and boxes
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time
• Valid Ontario drivers licence
• Willing to travel as required, overnight travel will be required from time to time

**DFX Technical Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.**

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**

• Company car
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site gym
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

**Experience**

• GIS: 1 year (required)
• utility or telecom field survey: 1 year (preferred)
• telecommunications: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Ontario drivers licence (required)

Willingness to travel

• 50% (requi