Crew Chief, Utility Services, Lethbridge

Overview

Lead a crew in utility surveying, handling powerline design, client interaction, and field work.

Key Responsibilities

• crew leadership
• ohv operation
• client interaction
• survey calculations
• powerline survey
• monument installation

Tasks

-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

• uavs
• laser scanners
• rtk gnss
• geomatics degree
• microsoft office
• leadership

What You Bring

-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.

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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.

About Midwest

-A regional geomatics leader across Western Canada, delivering surveying, engineering design support, GIS mapping, remote sensing, and buried facility locating. -Each project combines cutting-edge field crews and technical office support to provide precise boundary, topographic, as-built, and buried utilities surveys. -Serves key sectors such as Energy, Oil & Gas, Industrial construction, and infrastructure clients throughout Alberta, BC, and Saskatchewan. -Known for rapid mobilization of local crews and translating raw geodata into actionable GIS platforms and visual models. -Built deep client relationships over seven decades through tailored, technology-driven geomatics delivery.

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Security Clearance

-must hold a valid driver’s license free of major convictions. -must comply with drug and alcohol testing requirements.