Survey Assistant II

2 weeks ago

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada City of Vancouver Full time $29 - $34

Requisition ID: 44283 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world's most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and engaging workplace.  Working at the City of Vancouver and within the public service can be a rewarding career where you play a key role in ensuring impartial and equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and addressing the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Survey Assistant II provides assistance with all aspects of conducting varied survey assignments including field and office related duties.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

Assists with the surveying of sewers, streets, lanes, parks and othersPrepares field notes, sketches and makes computations and calculationsOperates and maintains survey equipment such as total stations, survey controllers, auto-levels and basic hand toolsAssists with locating survey pins, plugs and monuments, staking, exposing shallow utility covers and markers, clearing weeds, brush and other obstaclesAssists in conducting field investigations, filing, and pickup and delivery of equipment or vehicles, supplies and noticesAssists in traffic control duties including setting up traffic control devicesResearches and provides technical and other information regarding sewer and water infrastructure for the public, city staff and private companies, providing written correspondenceCarries out confined space entry proceduresCommunicates with the public, private companies, outside agencies and other City branchesOther duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by technical courses related to the work and some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Experience in the operation of total stations with data recorders and manual survey instrumentsA valid BC Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good knowledge of municipal design and construction of sewer systemsWorking knowledge of the methods, techniques and equipment used in municipal survey workWorking knowledge of office methods, procedures and practicesEffective verbal and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other contactsAbility to perform heavy physical work outdoors and walk for long periods in varying weather and traffic conditionsAbility to accurately read, draw, and interpret engineering drawingsAbility to work in a team setting with little or no supervisionAbility to meet tight time lines in a multi-task environment

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work a hybrid work week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: February, 2026

Position End Date: July 9, 2027 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-015: $29.2 to $34.3 per hour

Application Close: January 23, 2026

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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