Geomatics Technician / Hydrographer – Full-time Employee (Calgary, Canada)

Geomatics Data Solutions, Inc (GDS) is a leading geospatial acquisition and processing firm looking for full-time employees to assist in the acquisition and processing of large hydrographic projects, using topo-bathy lidar and multibeam sonar, for various Canada based and international clients.

Candidates should have a strong interest and aptitude for working with geospatial data.  Working within a team, they will be involved with data acquisition, processing, analysis and production.  Employees will split time between data acquisition responsibilities on location in the field and time in the office.  Our employees are exposed to industry leading technologies, multiple data types and a wide array of processing software and methods.  Employees will have the opportunity to develop professional experience in the fields of hydrography, lidar surveying and mapping, learning from industry experts.

Responsibilities

• Support other data analysts in editing and classifying geospatial data, including topo-bathy lidar and multibeam sonar datasets
• Demonstrate care and attention to detail while working with geospatial and supporting data
• Applying geomatics principles and standards to collect and prepare the highest quality data
• Maintain precision and accuracy with high volume workflows
• Foster a safe, efficient and productive work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication skills
• Aptitude for quickly learning multiple new geospatial software programs and techniques
• Ability to work well in a dynamic team environment
• Demonstrate flexibility with assigned tasks and schedules
• Ability to problem solve issues in a logical manner
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive demeanor in times of stress

Qualifications

• Required:  Must have at least an AA/AS or two years of related experience and be computer literate
• Required:  Must have a valid Canadian or U.S. Passport and be willing to travel for 1-month rotations
• Required:  Knowledge of geomatics and mapping concepts (academic or professional)
• Preferred: Have a 4-year degree in related field
• Experience with bathymetric or hydrographic data is a plus
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with ESRI and/or CADD software