Kodiak Measurement Services is based in Nelson, BC, in the heart of the West Kootenays. We are looking for a motivated Geomatics Engineer or Technologist to join our team in a field-oriented position involving surveying, engineering, industrial measurement, and aerial mapping projects throughout British Columbia and Western Canada .

This position will be based out of our Nelson office but will involve regular travel and working away from home , often for several days or weeks at a time depending on the project. The successful candidate should enjoy working in the field, travelling to interesting locations, and working on a wide variety of projects and job sites.

About the Opportunity:
In addition to Kodiak Measurement Services, our Nelson office is home to Harrier Aerial Surveys and Darrin Connatty, BCLS . The successful candidate will be employed by Kodiak but will have the opportunity to participate in projects undertaken by all the companies operating from our office.

Our work covers an extensive range of applications, including:

High-precision industrial metrology

Industrial and mechanical alignment

Construction and engineering surveys

Legal and cadastral surveying

UAV/drone surveying and mapping

LiDAR and aerial data acquisition

Mining and resource projects

As-built and dimensional surveys

Specialized field measurement and inspection

We use state-of-the-art Leica survey equipment , including robotic and imaging total stations, high-precision GNSS equipment, laser trackers and other specialized measurement systems, supported by current processing, CAD and data-management software.

Working Away & Travel:




This is a field-oriented position , and the successful candidate must be comfortable working away from home on project assignments.

Travel may include:

Projects throughout BC and Western Canada

Multi-day and multi-week field assignments

Remote and industrial work sites

Mine, mill, manufacturing and construction sites

Travel by company vehicle and, where required, commercial air travel

Travel time, accommodations and applicable travel expenses are provided by the company , with project-specific arrangements made in advance.

The ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work independently while away from the office is an important part of the position.

The Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will have:

A diploma or degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Engineering Technology or a related field

Previous surveying, geomatics or industrial measurement experience

Strong technical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate work

The ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentation

Strong computer and data-processing skills

A valid driver's licence and clean driving record

The ability to work independently in the field





The ability to travel and work away from home for extended periods

The physical ability to work safely on active construction, industrial and outdoor work sites

Legal eligibility to work in Canada

We are particularly interested in candidates with a mechanical, millwright, industrial maintenance or machining background, in addition to geomatics experience.

This combination of skills is particularly valuable for our industrial metrology and mechanical alignment work.

Experience with Leica equipment, total stations, GNSS, laser trackers, CAD software or UAV mapping technology is also an asset.

What We Offer:
Full-time employment based out of Nelson, BC

A diverse range of technically interesting projects

Significant field and travel opportunities

Exposure to industrial, engineering, construction and aerial surveying

Modern Leica surveying and measurement equipment

Competitive compensation of $45–$80 per hour , depending on experience and qualifications

Basic benefits package

Relocation assistance available

Company-supported travel and accommodations for out-of-town projects

Chance to develop skills across multiple areas of geomatics and industrial measurement

Life in the West Kootenays:
The West Kootenays is an outdoor paradise, with skiing, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, hiking, golfing and spectacular mountain scenery. Nelson offers an exceptional quality of life while providing access to some of the most diverse and interesting field work in Western Canada. www.discovernelson.ca

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📌 Geomatics Technician (British Columbia)
🏢 Kodiak Measurement Services
📍 British Columbia