Surveyor 2

Full job description
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Employment Status

Union - CUPE Local 402 - Regular Full-Time

Scope

The Engineering Department is looking to add a Surveyor 2 to the Project Delivery Division. This position performs working level surveying work, supervising survey staff, obtaining data and field measurements for office interpretative purposes, and performing calculations on survey data.

Responsibilities

Operates survey instruments in performing legal and control surveys and obtaining data for topographic, preliminary, construction, and as-built purposes on City Engineering projects, including making computations and compiling detailed field notes. Lays out features for construction of roads, sewers, water, street lighting, and other City services. Supervises, directs and trains survey crew members. Provides information and explanations to other Engineering Department staff. Performs office work related to survey work. Assists other crew members in performing their duties. Responds to routine inquiries from the public. Drives a City vehicle to and from job site. Other job related duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by the successful completion of a one year certificate in Survey from a recognized technical school. 2 years relevant surveying experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Demonstrated skills in the direction of survey staff, survey calculations, and the use of survey instruments. Valid BC Drivers License with a safe driving history Demonstrates independent judgment and initiative in action taken in performing duties of the position. Exercises judgment in protecting the public and the City's interests. Prepares detailed field notes on survey work performed. Considerable skill in the use of all survey instruments and equipment.
Other Information

Number of Job Openings: 1
Hourly Rate: $33.57 (2026 Rates) Step Hourly Rate Step 1 $33.57 Step 2 $34.53 Step 3 $35.60 Step 4 $36.61
Conditions of Employment

This position requires completion of a Police Information Check.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date

This job will be posted until June 20, 2026.
Our Values

Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community