Crew Chief, Utility Services, Red Deer

Description

• Leading a crew in surveying tasks within the Utility Services group at Midwest, including:
• Operating OHVs (Off-Highway Vehicles) in all weather conditions.
• Serving in a client-facing role, having regular interaction with Midwest clients, landowners and/or members of the public.
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Land Surveyors, and other Crew Chiefs to ensure quality client service.
• Completion of survey calculations.
• Distribution and Transmission Powerline design, layout, and construction surveying,
• Utilizing hand tools, such as hammers, sledgehammers and jackhammers to install survey monumentation and markings.
• Lifting equipment and supplies between 20-35 kg (50-80 lbs.) and carrying equipment and supplies up to 20 kg (50 lbs).

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license, free of major convictions as defined in jurisdictional traffic safety regulations (i.e., distracted driving, driving while impaired).
• Willingness and understanding to learn and adopt Midwestpolicies, procedures, and checklists/project documentation.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday with some weekend and out of town work, as job scope requires.
• Fully equipped field trucks and access to specialized survey technology including UAVs (LiDAR/photogrammetry) and terrestrial 3D laser scanners.
• Familiarity with all elements of the practice of surveying in the jurisdiction of application.
• Strong communication & comprehension skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with light duty trucks (F-350 or similar) and OHVs (Off-Highway Vehicles).
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a high volume, deadline driven environment.
• As an asset, demonstrated proficiency with line locating.
• The ability to comply with Drug & Alcohol testing requirements as stipulated by client requirements and jurisdictional health and safety regulations.
• Experience working in outdoor, all-weather environments.
• Experience and proficiency with basic Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstration of organization skills and attention to detail.
• Walking on a variety of uneven ground, up to several kilometers (i.e., fields, pasture, construction sites, rugged natural terrain, etc).
• A diploma or degree in Geomatics from a recognized post-secondary institution, or equivalent experience. Equivalent experience is 5+ years in the survey industry in a related position.
• Strong understanding of survey ethics and responsibilities.
• Leadership and mentoring mindset; willing to aid in the teaching and development of the Survey Assistant.
• Strong sense of client service and workmanship.
• Adapting to varying work assignment lengths based on client requirements, job complexity and/or job location.
• Experience and proficiency with the operation of all types of survey equipment (RTK GNSS, Total Stations, Levels, Laser Scanners).
• Demonstrated proficiency in powerline and utility surveying, including but not limited to underground and overhead distribution surveys, transmission line surveys, cadastral/legal surveys, and as-built surveys.
• Willingness to learn new technical skills (i.e., UAV/Drone license, survey methodology).
• As an asset, but not required, a NavCanada RPAS Basic or Advanced UAV/Drone license.

Benefits

• Paid accommodation (single occupancy) and meal allowance when working away from your home base.
• Hands on mentorship and guidance (i.e., one-on-one job training with experienced field and office staff).
• Generous employee recognition program and a compassionate workplace where you're encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
• Outstanding work environment with a strong focus on teamwork, mentorship, and collaboration.
• Employer-paid benefits package including extended health, prescription coverage, flexible health spending, emergency travel, life insurance, wellness fund, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid training for all required safety certifications and access to our Employee Education Assistance Program for continuous learning and career advancement.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance