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Land Survey Technician
City of St. Catharines —St. Catharines, ON
- $67,194–$75,494 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Vision care

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Land Survey Technician

City of St. Catharines
St. Catharines, ON

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Dental care
Vision care

Skills

Class G Licence
Communication skills
Driving Licence

Full job description

At the City of St. Catharines, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place that fits.

Here, your work means something — where you can see the impact, feel the pride, and know you’re a part of something bigger. You’ll be trusted to do your job, backed by people who care, and part of a team that shows up for each other. There’s flexibility when it counts, and a real understanding that life doesn’t stop when the workday starts. With pay you can count on, great benefits, and a pension that helps you plan ahead — you’ve got more than a job. You’ve got the space to grow, the balance you need, and a place that gets it.

It feels different — because it is.

It’s a place that works for you.

About the Role:

Act as operator and custodian of the measuring instruments and equipment assigned to the survey crew, including data-storing tachymeters, positioning receivers and survey devices; assist the Land Survey Technologist with calculations, and recording tasks, and perform other usual survey crew duties.

What You'll be Doing:

Operate all types of current surveying instruments and equipment, including transits, direction theodolites, levels, tapes, electromagnetic distances and data-storing tachometric theodolites, under the direction of the Land Survey Technologist.
Assist in gathering evidence on boundaries, determining their location and marking them by monumentation or location stakes.
Conduct the placement of targets, reflectors and instruments for horizontal control surveys and assist the Land Survey Technologist in the selection of routes, sight distances and benchmark locations in vertical control surveys.
Take and record referencing measurements and other information for precise horizontal and vertical control stations, with minimal supervision from Land Survey Technologist.
Record information and make field notes, sketches and calculations subject to the direction and verification by the Land Survey Technologist.
Assume care and control of the measuring instruments and equipment assigned to the survey crew.
Conduct monitoring surveys to detect ground subsidence and movement of structures.
During absences of the Land Survey Technologist for periods shorter than one (1) day, direct the crew in its current work or as instructed by the Supervisor.
Perform other similar and related duties, as required.

What's Required:

Graduation from a Survey Technician Program accredited in Ontario, or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Two years of progressively responsible survey experience, with at least one each in cadastral and engineering surveys, preferably in a municipal environment.
Knowledge, training and experience with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Regulations.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
A valid driver’s licence, with a good driving record.
Physical capacity for the job.

Job Details:

Job ID: 2026-114

Pay Rate: $67,194 to $75,494

Hours: 35 per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Location: St. Catharines, ON

Work Mode: In Person

Employee Group: CUPE Local 157

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Duration: Ongoing

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Jobs with an application deadline will close at 11:59 PM on that date. Jobs listed as ‘open until filled’ may close at any time.

Other Requirements:

Other Position Requirements include: Class G Driver’s Licence, Ability to travel between City work locations

Candidates selected for the position will be required to complete the Ministry of Labour’s Worker Health and Safety Awareness training and provide proof of the educational credentials listed on their resume and job application.

What's In It for You:

Curious what it’s like to work for the City of St. Catharines? Watch the video and Hear from Our Team.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

Great People: Be part of a team that supports you, celebrates your wins, and helps you succeed.

Make Your Mark: Bring your ideas, drive meaningful change, and leave a lasting impact on our community.

Learn & Grow: Access training and development funds to take your skills to the next level.

Competitive Pay: Competitive pay from a certified Ontario Living Wage Employer.

Secure Future: Join the OMERS pension plan with employer-matched contributions.

Balance & Benefits : Flexible hybrid work options plus health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible positions.

Additional Information:

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of St. Catharines is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and respectful work environment. We celebrate the uniqueness of every individual. Our community is enriched by people from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences—a value reflected in our 2023–2027 Strategic Plan.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and education levels to apply. While specific qualifications may be required for certain roles, we assess each applicant’s overall suitability. Please note that unionized roles are subject to collective agreement requirements.

Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Application Process

To ensure transparency and fairness, all applications must be submitted online through our application portal. Please keep your contact information up to date and regularly check your spam and junk email folders, as important communications may be directed there.

Interviews and Assessments

Depending on the role, interviews may be conducted via video conferencing or in person. Various tests and/or assessments may be administered as part of the selection process.

Use of AI

The City of St. Catharines does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in any part of the recruitment process.

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