Survey Technician

People, Place, Prosperity

Working within our Strategic Plan, Cambridge Connected, and committing to our values of Integrity, Respect, Inclusiveness and Service, the successful candidate will work together to help the City of Cambridge achieve our vision: A place for people to prosper – alive with opportunity.

Job Profile

There is an opening for the above position within the Infrastructure Services Department, Engineering Services Division available immediately. Reporting to the Manager of Engineering Field Services, this position is responsible for the following duties:

What you will be doing

• Undertake field surveys and collect accurate geospatial and infrastructure information using conventional and GPS survey equipment.
• Establish horizontal and vertical control and perform layout, staking, and verification surveys for municipal construction and maintenance projects.
• Gather and document information related to municipal infrastructure, including grades, elevations, service locations, property features, and underground utilities.
• Review engineering drawings, legal plans, and municipal records to support survey and construction activities.
• Process survey information, perform calculations, and prepare field documentation and datasets for engineering and construction purposes.
• Maintain survey records and ensure collected data meets departmental accuracy and quality standards.
• Assist with the coordination, maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of survey equipment and related technology.
• Collaborate with City staff, consultants, contractors, and utility agencies to support project delivery and municipal service objectives.

Education

• Completion of Grade 12 plus a two-year diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Surveying Technology, Geomatics, or a related discipline.
• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), Certified Technician (C.Tech), Certified Survey Technician (CST), or equivalent professional designation would be considered an asset.

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum two to three years of related experience in surveying or civil engineering field operations.
• Thorough knowledge of survey equipment and technology, including the ability to independently operate, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain GNSS/GPS receivers, total stations, and related survey instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, legal plans, and survey records.
• Experience collecting, processing, and maintaining survey data and related documentation.
• Experience using Civil 3D to process survey field data would be considered an asset.

We will ask you for these items if you are hired

Proof of your current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training certificate from the Ministry of Labour. (may be obtained post offer)

A valid Ontario Class G driver’s license in good standing, with a driver’s abstract acceptable to the City (4 or less demerit points may be considered acceptable)

Your compensation

This position is within Grade 7 of the inside workers union Salary Schedule and has an annual salary range of $72,582 - $77,132.
Comprehensive benefits package included. Enrolment in Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS).

Hours of work

The current regular hours of work are in accordance with the collective agreement, however currently are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. (35 hours per week). Overtime is per the Collective Agreement.

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Interested candidates should apply at www.cambridge.ca/careers. This posting will close on November 21, 2026.

Accommodation needs and protection of privacy

The City of Cambridge recognizes and appreciates diversity and inclusion enhances our public value commitment.

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience and encourage all qualified people to apply, including and especially people from equity-deserving groups. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with honour and respect toward their individual dimensions of diversity.

We strive to remove barriers that may prevent qualified applicants from fully participating in the recruitment and selection process. Accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and other applicable legislation is available throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Contact [email protected] to make your needs known in advance.

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