SURVEYOR
Nhwelmen Construction is currently recruiting a skilled Mine Technician Surveyor to join our growing team. This position plays a key role in supporting mining and heavy civil construction operations by providing precise survey data and layout to ensure project accuracy and efficiency.
What we offer:
- Competitive wage: $40 to $50 per hour, based on experience
- Benefit plan
- Long-term employment for qualified individuals
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate as-built models of construction activities
- Read and interpret drawings, plans and diagrams to perform required work
- Assist construction crew with staking and layout
- Double check grades and help Shifter and Operators make sure quality is met
- Follow equipment/tool maintenance schedules and report repair needs promptly
- Actively participate in safety meetings, tailgates, and project related discussions
- Complete daily field reports and accurately document survey results and observations
- Complete daily online reporting using app-based programs
- Assist with month end survey reconciliation work and ensure accurate records are maintained
- Provide field control surveys to Mine Operations and upload data daily
- Communicate proactively with Project Manager, Mine Superintendent, Shift Leads, and Operators
- Monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to specified grades and tolerances
- Conduct equipment and tool inspections in accordance the health and safety procedures
- Operate a wide range of survey equipment and software including but not limited to: Aerial Drones, Total Station, Laser levels, Transits, Tripods, Grade Rods, Hand levels, stakes, paint, and tape to establish and mark property boundaries, elevations, and grades
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the Management team
Qualifications:
- Diploma, degree, or certification in Mine Technology, Engineering or a related field (EIT, Mine Tech preferred)
- Experience in open pit and/or underground mining environments
- Proficiency with survey technologies and software including GPS, GIS, AutoCAD, Survey (Topcon, Trimble) and MS Office
- Strong blueprint and drawing interpretation skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Professional demeanor and ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Ability to complete online orientations and digital training requirements as needed
- Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and access to reliable transportation
Location: This position is based out of the Kamloops / Thompson area of British Columbia. This is not a camp position; employees provide their own transportation to/from the job site.
Nhwelmen Construction is a 100% indigenous owned company and a Certified Aboriginal Business by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.