geological survey technician

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Conduct geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging or underground mine survey programs
• Conduct or direct surveys or survey programs
• Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems
• Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps and cross sections

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• MS Office

Specialized equipment and systems

• Airborne survey cameras, sensors and scanners

Field work location experience

• Airborne
• On land
• Overseas

Technical experience

• Mapping and surveying

Area of work experience

• Data interpretation and evaluation
• Field sampling and data acquisition
• Quality assurance and control
• Scientific data processing

Area of specialization

• Geophysics

Additional information

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits