Field Survey Technician/Crew Chief

• Work on land surveying and development projects across Northern Vancouver Island with a trusted, community-focused firm
• Earn a competitive starting wage of $30 to $37.50 per hour (approximately $62,000 to $78,000 per year based and a 40-hour work week), plus company performance bonuses, extended benefits, relocation allowance, company vehicle, and cell phone
• Join a supportive, tight-knit team that values autonomy, mentorship, and meaningful local impact

J.E. Anderson & Associates has spent more than six decades helping communities across Vancouver Island take shape, street by street and lot by lot. From civil engineering and land surveying to land development consulting, we are involved in every stage of developing land into functional spaces where people live, work, and connect. Our team works closely with municipalities, private developers, and First Nations to deliver projects that are practical, well-executed, and built to last. With offices in Nanaimo, Victoria, Parksville, and Campbell River, we offer the chance to build a lasting career close to home, surrounded by experienced professionals who enjoy what they do. If you are looking for engaging work, supportive teammates, and the satisfaction of seeing your efforts take shape in the community, this is a place where you can put down roots.

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J.E. Anderson & Associates is looking for a full-time Field Survey Technician/Crew Chief based in Campbell River, BC.

Reporting to our team of professional land surveyors, engineers, and management, this position is primarily responsible for leading field survey work while also supporting with drafting and other office-related tasks, as needed and as skills permit.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Field survey work, data collection, field notes, and calculations
• Land Title Act Surveys, Strata Property Act Surveys, Land Act Surveys, and Canada Lands Surveys
• Topographic, Construction, and Engineering Surveys
• Working alone or as the leader of a survey field crew
• Working in urban and rural/remote environments in variable terrain and weather conditions
• Using conventional instruments, robotic total stations, and GNSS equipment
• Interpreting legal plans, field notes, and construction drawings
• Liaising with project managers, contractors, clients, and members of the public
• Working safely and within JEA's defined safety protocol

To qualify, you must have relevant experience conducting survey fieldwork and/or an educational background in geomatics or civil engineering, as well as a valid driver's license and a clean driver's abstract.

Additionally, the following skills/attributes and background are highly valued:

• Experience using Leica (or similar) survey equipment, including conventional, robotic, and GNSS survey instruments
• Experience using drafting software such as MicroSuvery, civil3D or other CAD based programs
• Experience using Leica Infinity software or similar data management software
• A working understanding of survey principles and requirements
• Professional demeanor when interacting with clients, fellow employees, and members of the public
• Solid time management and communication skills

As our ideal candidate, you will have the confidence and capability to carry out fieldwork while remaining closely connected to and supported by the office team. You are dependable, self-motivated, and equally comfortable working independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

Compensation includesa competitive starting wage of $30 to $37.50 per hour (approximately $62,000 to $78,000 per year based and a 40-hour work week), with overtime pay as projects and workload require.

Additional benefits include:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid vacation, overtime pay, sick time, and statutory holidays
• Company performance bonuses
• Company cell phone plan
• Company vehicle for work purposes
• Relocation allowance for the right candidate
• Formal and on-the-job training to promote continuous skill development
• Opportunities for career development and role advancement
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with social events and activities
• Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to local and regional land development projects

If you're looking to grow your career with a well-established firm that values practical experience, local impact, and a supportive team environment, apply today and join the J.E. Anderson team.