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Faraday Geophysics Canada

Seismic Surveyor / Layout Technician / Field Laborer

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What they do

A Forest or Conservation Technician works with foresters and conservation scientists to help maintain forests and natural areas. Tracks data on water, soil, disease and insect damage in forest areas; tracks wildlife and maintain trails or campsites; monitors timber and logging activity; patrols and assists with forest fire prevention measures; provides information to the public on forest or natural areas conservation .

$51,277 / year median in Texas

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English-Spanish Bilingual About the Position Faraday Geophysics Canada is looking for a dependable and hardworking Seismic Surveyor to join our field operations team. This is a hands-on position combining seismic survey, layout, GPS navigation, line and station marking, field data collection, and general labour. The successful candidate must be comfortable working outdoors, travelling for projects, walking long distances over difficult terrain, and assisting wherever required to keep field operations moving efficiently. Fluency in both Spanish and English is required , as this position will regularly communicate instructions, safety information, and project requirements between English-speaking supervisors and Spanish-speaking field personnel. Living in Calgary is preferred, but not mandatory. Applicants from elsewhere will be considered provided they can reliably mobilize to Calgary or directly to project locations. Responsibilities Layout seismic source and receiver lines using project maps, coordinates, preplots, GPS, or GNSS equipment. Navigate to planned station locations and accurately mark points using stakes, flags, paint, or other approved methods. Confirm line numbers, station numbers, offsets, access restrictions, and exclusion areas. Collect and record field coordinates, notes, access information, hazards, and layout changes. Communicate daily assignments and field instructions in both English and Spanish. Assist surveyors, crew supervisors, seismic crews, and project managers as required. Perform general field labour, including carrying equipment, placing stakes and flags, loading vehicles, and maintaining field supplies. Identify and report hazards, access issues, environmental concerns, or differences between the preplot and actual field conditions. Complete daily field records, equipment checks, hazard assessments, and safety documentation. Maintain survey equipment, tools, vehicles, and field supplies in clean and working condition. Follow all company, client, environmental, and occupational health and safety requirements. Travel and remain at remote project locations for extended work rotations. Required Qualifications Fluent Spanish. Functional spoken and written English. Previous seismic, surveying, construction layout, pipeline, forestry, exploration, or outdoor field experience. Comfortable reading maps, coordinates, line numbers, station numbers, and field plans. Able to use handheld GPS equipment, tablets, smartphones, or similar field technology. Valid Class 5 driver's licence. Able to work long days outdoors in winter, summer, mud, snow, bush, and uneven terrain. Physically capable of walking significant distances and regularly lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds. Willing and able to travel throughout Alberta and elsewhere in Canada. Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work with limited supervision. Legally entitled to work in Canada. Preferred Qualifications Previous seismic survey or seismic line-layout experience. Experience with , Leica, Garmin, RTK, GNSS, or similar positioning equipment. Experience with ArcGIS Field Maps, Avenza Maps Knowledge of seismic source and receiver stationing and line-numbering systems. Experience operating an ATV, UTV, snowmobile, or off-road vehicle. Valid Standard First Aid, H2S Alive, CSO, CSTS, WHMIS, wildlife awareness, or ground-disturbance training. Clean driver's abstract. Ability to enter the United States for work is an asset but is not required. What We Offer Competitive hourly & daily compensation based on experience. Overtime in accordance with applicable employment standards. Travel, accommodations, and applicable living expenses for field projects. Training on company seismic-layout procedures and equipment. Opportunities to work on seismic projects throughout Western Canada. Potential for continued employment and increased responsibility for the right individual. A practical, team-oriented working environment. How to Apply Please submit a résumé that includes: Your current city and province. Your Spanish and English proficiency. Previous seismic, oilfield, forestry, or outdoor labour experience. GPS, GNSS, GIS, or mapping equipment you have used. Current safety tickets. Driver's licence class. Your availability and willingness to travel. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Faraday Geophysics Canada welcomes applications from qualified individuals. Employment decisions are based on the applicant's ability to safely and effectively perform the requirements of the position.
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