Survey Technician/Assistant

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

Your Opportunity

Our Markham office has an opportunity for an entry-level Survey Technician/Assistant within our Geospatial Group.

The Earth is top of mind for our Geospatial team. On, above, and under the Earth’s surface, we provide our clients a full range of surveying and mapping services. Through our work, we define land boundaries and analyze spatial data. Join a team of inspired and talented professionals who continually find inventive ways to get the job done better, faster, and smarter.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform surveying tasks using GNSS survey instruments, digital levels, 3D laser scanners, and conventional survey equipment.


• Assist the Survey Party Chief with tasks related to surveying and construction layout. 


• Assisting in the preparation of field notes/sketches and completing field data downloads and uploads.


• Maintaining field equipment and vehicles.


• Communicate effectively with members of the team and follow standard procedures. 


• Responsible for maintaining field equipment and vehicles.


• Responsible for safe operation of tools and equipment, complying with OHSA and Stantec’s HSSE policies.


• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.


• Technical and mathematical skills along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks (lifting survey equipment with a weight of up to 50 lbs.) in an outdoor environment in all weather conditions.


• Valid driver's license and a good driving record with the ability to travel across southwestern Ontario with occasional overnight stays.

Education and Experience

• Post-secondary education in Geomatics, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.


• Previous experience working with Robotic Total Stations, GNSS survey equipment, laser scanners, and digital levels is considered a significant asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.