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 afield-oriented position involving surveying, engineering, industrial measurement, and aerialmapping projects throughout British Columbia and Western Canada.This position will be based out of our Nelson office but will involve regular travel andworking 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 interestinglocations, 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 AerialSurveys and Darrin Connatty, BCLS. The successful candidate will be employed by Kodiakbut 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 metrologyIndustrial and mechanical alignmentConstruction and engineering surveysCivil infrastructure projectsLegal and cadastral surveyingUAV/drone surveying and mappingLiDAR and aerial data acquisitionMining and resource projectsAs-built and dimensional surveysSpecialized field measurement and inspectionWe use state-of-the-art Leica survey equipment, including robotic and imaging totalstations, high-precision GNSS equipment, laser trackers and other specialized measurementsystems, 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 workingaway from home on project assignments.Travel may include:Projects throughout BC and Western CanadaMulti-day and multi-week field assignmentsRemote and industrial work sitesMine, mill, manufacturing and construction sitesOccasional work in challenging outdoor environmentsTravel by company vehicle and, where required, commercial air travelTravel time, accommodations and applicable travel expenses are provided by thecompany, 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:A diploma or degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Engineering Technology or a related fieldPrevious surveying,



geomatics or industrial measurement experienceStrong technical and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate workThe ability to read and interpret drawings and technical documentationStrong computer and data-processing skillsA valid driver's licence and clean driving recordThe ability to work independently in the fieldThe ability to travel and work away from home for extended periodsThe physical ability to work safely on active construction, industrial and outdoor work sitesLegal eligibility to work in CanadaWe 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, BCA diverse range of technically interesting projectsSignificant field and travel opportunitiesExposure to industrial, engineering, construction and aerial surveyingModern Leica surveying and measurement equipmentCompetitive compensation of $45–$80 per hour, depending on experience and qualificationsOvertime payBasic benefits packageRelocation assistance availableCompany-supported travel and accommodations for out-of-town projectsOpportunity to develop skills across multiple areas of geomatics and industrial measurementLife 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 lifewhile providing access to some of the most diverse and compelling field work in Western Canada. www.Discovernelson.Ca

📌 Geomatics Engineer/Technologist (Nelson)
🏢 GoGeomatics
📍 Nelson