About this role
Survey Assistant IIRequisition ID: 47138 OrganizationVancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC?s Top Employers and Canada?s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.Main Purpose and FunctionThe Survey Assistant II provides assistance with all aspects of conducting varied survey assignments including field and office related duties.Specific Duties/Responsibilities Assists with the surveying of sewers, streets, lanes, parks and others Prepares field notes, sketches and makes computations and calculations Operates and maintains survey equipment such as total stations, survey controllers, auto-levels and basic hand tools Assists with locating survey pins, plugs and monuments, staking, exposing shallow utility covers and markers, clearing weeds, brush and other obstacles Assists in conducting field investigations, filing, and pickup and delivery of equipment or vehicles, supplies and notices Assists in traffic control duties including setting up traffic control devices Researches and provides technical and other information regarding sewer and water infrastructure for the public, city staff and private companies, providing written correspondence Carries out confined space entry procedures Communicates with the public, private companies, outside agencies and other City branches Other duties/responsibilities as assignedMinimum Qualification RequirementsEducation and Experience: Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by technical courses related to the work and some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in the operation of total stations with data recorders and manual survey instruments A valid BC Driver?s LicenseKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Good knowledge of municipal design and construction of sewer systems Working knowledge of the methods, techniques and equipment used in municipal survey work Working knowledge of office methods, procedures and practices Effective verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with staff and other contacts Ability to perform heavy physical work outdoors and walk for long periods in varying weather and traffic conditions Ability to accurately read, draw, and interpret engineering drawings Ability to work in a team setting with little or no supervision Ability to meet tight time lines in a multi-task environment Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks Employment Type: Regular Full Time Position Start Date: 08/21/2026 Salary Information: Pay Grade 15: $31.13 to $36.57 per hourApplication Close: October 4, 2026At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam Indian Band), S?wx?wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh Nation). More about unceded tr