Does the opportunity to travel and the thought of working on projects outside in the field energize you? Are you passionate about line locating in different terrains and environment and want to work with a like-minded team? If you are looking for a company that supports career development and has a proven, safety-first culture – you have come to the right place!

Our knowledgeable and dedicated Ontario Geomatics team is searching for a Senior Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Technician, to join our Ottawa location. We are looking for someone with a technical background, love of exploring, working outside, and a voracious appetite for utility locating!

• Manage and perform accurate field buried utility locating.
• Liaise with Project Managers to coordinate field utility locating work, review and manage project budgets, schedules, priorities, and utility locating methodology.
• Liaise with client field representatives and landowners and be a brand ambassador for GeoVerra.
• Prepare field notes, sketches, checklists, and digital data in required formats for different audiences.
• Review, manage and record keeping of all buried utilities ranging from Gas, electrical, telecommunications, fibers, city/municipality infrastructure ex: water, sewer, sanitary, storm, etc.
• Provide guidance, training and mentorship to junior locators as required.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of industry best practices, efficient field processes and procedures and the innovative use of new technology.
• Actively participate in and proactively support the advancement of the GeoVerra safety program.
• Complete office technical survey tasks as required and other duties as assigned.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Locating Technician, with a focus on damage prevention and utility locating.
• ORCGA certification preferred DPT-100 and DPT-200.
• Previous experience locating municipal infrastructure.
• Previous experience locating underground utilities: Gas, Electrical, Telecommunications, Cable Coax cables, Fibers optics , water , sanitary , storm , sewer, etc. within Ontario .
• Previous experience reading, and interpreting various types of buried utility records: Enbridge gas FRA, Datapak , Bell records , ArcGIS , city infrastructure , Multviewer , etc.
• Ability to troubleshoot and interpret measurements discrepancies and or record issues before following the Geoverra escalation process o to resolve and accordingly complete locating assignments if any .
• Experience and ability to demonstrate sketching and drawing capabilities to transform utility locating marks and field work into paperwork accurately and in timely manner.
• Strong working knowledge of utility locating theories, fundamentals and ground disturbance practices.
• Experienced in a municipal setting completing locates and scans.
• Familiarity with Trimble RTK or Handheld GPS would be considered an asset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver projects on time and on budget in a field environment.
• Effective communication skills - verbal and written; accurate and legible field notes and sketches.
• Knowledge and experience of pipeline, lease and facility construction would be considered an asset.
• The ability to develop and motivate line locating staff and work well in a team environment.
• A valid driver’s license and can provide a clean driver’s abstract.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol screening as per the limits provided in the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace.

• Out of town work (possible shift work) and frequent travel required.
• Ability to carry, lift and push up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, vacation, wellness days, and RRSP matching contributions.
• Tools and services to support your mental wellness
• Work-life balance
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Paid professional dues
• Continuing education and professional development
• Use of leading-edge technology and equipment
• Diverse projects and a fast-paced working environment

Please contact careers@geoverra.com if you have any questions about this role.