Field Technician for Airborne Geophysical Surveys

SkyTEM is seeking an eager and able-to-travel field worker to operate proprietary airborne geophysical survey equipment used to map subsurface features from a helicopter platform in a variety of working conditions. The work is in-field and per project-based. Our projects are focused in the USA and Canada; however, as a global company there may be opportunities for projects based outside of these regions.

Crew rotations are typically between 4 and 6 weeks away from home at a time, with 2-3 weeks off time (at home) in between. This fluctuates dependent on project dates and operating requirements.

Responsibilities:

- Assemble SkyTEM proprietary equipment and sensors, operate instruments competently as per training and standard operating procedures.

- Undertake logistical reconnaissance, selection and management of remote landing locations.

- Plan and communicate instructions and directions to the helicopter pilot regarding survey parameters.

- Perform various quality control and troubleshooting tests, accurately record results throughout the data collection process.

- Master the operation of the SkyTEM system and troubleshoot faults according to instruction manuals, on job experience, or in direct contact with a remote technician.

- Understand, implement and adhere to SkyTEM’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) system.

- Update job-specific documents including HSE plans, risk assessments, daily reporting and quality control logs.

- Effectively communicate project status, schedules and foresee potential issues before they arise.

- Coordinate and cooperate with external partners, including pilots, local authorities, landowners, and client representatives.

- Travel to and from project sites independantly by various methods of transportation including commercial flights, small charter aircraft or company vehicle.

Qualifications:

- No specific educational background requirement, but excellent mechanical, electrical, as well as electronic competency are essential to be successful.

- Strong technical computer capabilities at a level above an ordinary user are required.

- Excellent proficiency in English (writing and speaking); other languages such as French, Spanish, or Portuguese are an advantage.

- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a small team under minimal supervision.

- Be well-organized, a self starter and service-oriented while performing daily tasks with exceptional attention to detail.

- Physically fit with the ability to work under relatively harsh weather and living conditions often in remote isolated locations.

- Valid driver’s license is required

- Valid passport and willingness to travel.

- Dual USA/Canadian citizenship is an advantage.

Similar roles that would excel in this position would include professions such as Electronic Field Technicians, Field Service Engineers, Forestry Technicians, Geotechnical Drillers or Environmental Field Technicians.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Work Location: On the road