Line Locator

Line Locate Technician

Sherwood Park, AB | Immediate Start

Apex Geomatics is seeking an experienced Line Locate Technician to join our operations, starting immediately. This role is based out of our headquarters in Sherwood Park, Alberta, with periodic travel to remote project sites as required.

For more than 22 years, Apex Geomatics has delivered trusted surveying and geospatial solutions on major infrastructure and energy projects across Western Canada. Our work supports some of the country’s most complex and high-profile developments, and our people are at the heart of that success.

At Apex, we don’t just hire talent…we invest in it. As a 100% Indigenous-owned company with extensive industry excellence, we are committed to developing, empowering, and retaining top professionals while fostering a culture rooted in safety, respect, and opportunity.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform precise line locating sweeps and inductive locates using industry-standard methodologies.


• Accurately mark buried facilities in accordance with standard colour coding and field marking practices.


• Prepare comprehensive field reports, including detailed sketches, notes, photographs, and supporting data.


• Inspect, operate, and maintain locating equipment and company vehicles.


• Actively participate in and comply with Apex Geomatics’ Health & Safety Program.


• Adhere to established quality assurance and quality control procedures.


• Provide mentorship, coaching, and on-the-job training to Junior Locators and Assistants.

Qualifications:

• A Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Line Locating Technician.


• Industrial plant facility experience is an asset.


• Exceptional knowledge of line locating theory, methodology, and ground disturbance practices.

• Ability to read and interpret CAD and GIS mapping and archived underground plans.


• Familiarity and experience with Trimble GPS considered an asset.

• Valid line locating training certificate must be endorsed by the Canadian Association of Pipeline and Utility Locating Contractors (CAPULC).

• Must hold a valid certificate in an ABCGA Ground Disturbance Standard 201 (Supervisory level) training course.

• Valid certifications in PCST, H2S Alive, and Standard First Aid preferred.

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and clean Driver’s Abstract.


• This is a safety sensitive position and will be subject to pre-assess drug and alcohol screening.

Working Conditions

• Remote and field-based work environments.


• Long workdays and frequent travel may be required.


• Regular outdoor work in all weather conditions.


• Physically demanding role involving extensive walking over challenging terrain.

The Apex Advantage:

• A well-established and highly respected firm with a strong Western Canadian presence.


• Consistent, long-term project work offering stability and career growth.


• A workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous leadership.


• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including a Health Spending Account.


• RRSP matching program.


• Employee recognition initiatives.


• Employee referral bonus program.