In order to meet the needs of our clients, our staff includes Ontario Land Surveyors, Technologists, Technicians, Systems Analysts, Party Chiefs, Survey Assistants, Planners, Accounting, Human Resource Professionals and support personnel.

Survey Party Chief (Thunder Bay Office)
CAD Technologist (Ottawa Office)

Articling Students (All Offices)
General Manager (Ottawa)

J.D. Barnes Limited offers a competitive salary, benefits and a positive, energetic atmosphere to work in for those who wish to become part of our team.

Résumés can be forwarded via mail, fax or e-mail to:

Human Resources
J.D. Barnes Limited
140 Renfrew Dr., Suite 100
Markham, Ontario L3R 6B3

 hr@jdbarnes.com

Fax: (905) 477-0892

We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Below you will find brief descriptions of all the positions that J.D. Barnes Limited recruits for from time to time. Our current company vacancies are listed above, however, we are pleased to accept Résumés from individuals who possess qualifications for any position. Please note that while experience is preferred, we do hire individuals for entry-level opportunities as they become available.

CAD Technologist

Candidates must be able to perform survey adjustments and calculations with GEM and to draft and process topographic information with AutoCad, MicroStation and Softdesk. Previous experience in a similar capacity is mandatory. Previous experience in construction layout calculations would be an asset. Candidates should be a graduate of a Survey or Civil Engineering Program. Survey CAD Operators/Calculators work out of all our offices.

Survey Party Chief

Applicants should have experience using a variety of survey instruments (Total Station, transits, levels, etc.), strong mathematical ability and proven supervisory skills. Please note that these jobs require you to work out-of-doors and carry various pieces of survey equipment from site to site. Party Chiefs work out of all our offices.

Survey Assistants

This position requires that you assist the Party Chief (help crew leader) with measurements, instruments, calculations and so forth. You will be responsible for operating held equipment such as transits, levels, Total Stations, data collectors, etc. Please note that this position takes place out-of-doors and demands a certain degree of physical strength as you must carry equipment to and from site to site. Survey Assistants work out of all our offices.

Summer Survey Assistants

This position requires that you assist the Party Chief (help crew leader) with measurements, instruments, calculations and so forth. You will be responsible for operating held equipment such as transits, levels, Total Stations, data collectors, etc. Please note that this position takes place out-of-doors and demands a certain degree of physical strength as you must carry equipment to and from site to site. Summer Survey Assistants work out of all our offices.

Survey CAD Technologist

Candidates must be capable of calculating and drafting plans of subdivision and plans of survey in a CAD environment, preferably MicroStation. Previous experience in a similar capacity is mandatory, as are exceptional communication skills. Field and office experience are assets. Survey CAD Technologists work out of all our offices.

Ontario Land Surveyors and Articling Students

Successful applicants will be required to supervise field crews and CAD operators in cadastral and construction survey environments. Candidates should possess a thorough knowledge of CAD systems - preferably MicroStation - and a good understanding of Total Station and Data Collector technology. Working knowledge of Global Positioning Systems is an asset and superior communication skills are essential. Preference will be given to applicants possessing a Bachelors' Degree in Survey Science or the equivalent. Candidates should exhibit skills which provide them with the ability to supervise field and office staff working in a team environment to meet client needs in the land development and building industries. We offer an employee share ownership plan and a performance bonus plan to those who are eligible.

General Manager

The successful candidate is an experienced executive who will oversee the management of our growing Ottawa office. This position involves supporting the manager in achieving sound business practices, professional activities, sales and marketing, preparing proposals and estimates, and establishing an appropriate pricing strategy and productivity standards. Applicants must have strong business and project management skills in order to successfully oversee staff, manage large projects and meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills for meeting and corresponding with clients are mandatory, as well as a detail oriented approach for preparation of job estimates, tracking job costs and invoice preparation. A good understanding of survey technology and its application are required. Preference will be given to candidates possessing a professional designation in surveying, engineering or planning. We offer an employee share ownership plan and a performance bonus plan to those who are eligible.

Project Surveyor

This position involves the management of projects related to legal surveys, housing surveys, pre-engineering surveys for highway engineering projects, geodetic control surveys and construction layout. This position is also responsible for the supervision of field crews and CAD operators in a cadastral, geodetic and construction survey environment. Candidates should possess a good understanding of Microstation or AutoCAD / LDD systems as well as Total Station and Data Collector technology. A working knowledge of Global Positioning Systems is an asset and excellent communication skills are essential. Preference will be given to applicants possessing OLS/CLS credentials and a Bachelors Degree in Survey Science or the equivalent. Candidates should exhibit skills allowing them the ability to estimate project costs, supervise and motivate field and office staff, liaise with clients, meet timelines and oversee large projects from inception to completion. There may be occasions when out-of-town travel will be required, depending on the demands of the project. We offer an employee share ownership plan and a performance bonus plan to those who are eligible.

Desktop Administrator

This position is primarily responsible for end user desktop hardware/software support and troubleshooting for our Survey offices and Head Office. Additional duties include desktop hardware repair, installation, hardware troubleshooting and other projects as assigned. Experience using VBA for Microsoft Office and experience working in a Microsoft environment are required. In addition, experience working with Crystal Reports, an understanding of SQL and networking basics is necessary. This position works in a Windows environment, however knowledge of Linux is an asset. Occasional travel to branch offices for user and hardware support will be required. Applicants must have good communication skills along with the ability and drive to problem solve and learn new technologies.
Desktop Administrators work out of our corporate head office in Markham.

Mapping Technologists

Candidates must be capable of producing digital topographic mapping and orthoimagery from scanned aerial photography. Knowledge of Windows NT, MicroStation and softcopy photogrammetric mapping experience are assets. All GIS Mapping Technologists work out of our corporate head office in Markham.

GIS Utility Technologists

Candidates are responsible for the conversion, interpretation, and mapping of data for major utility companies. Applicants must have a GIS Diploma or Certificate and those with previous experience working on utility or municipal projects will be given preference. Software experience with Microstation, AutoCad and ArcInfo are assets. This position may involve shift work. Markham.

System Analyst

Applicants must have experience using FRAMME, ArcInfo, ODL, MDL, Visual Basic, C/C++, Perl or VBA and Autolisp. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Land Surveying, Mapping, Engineering or GIS applications development. Salary will be based upon experience. Software Developers work out of our corporate head office in Markham.

Junior Web Developer

This position will be responsible for assisting to develop and maintain database driven web applications and custom desktop applications. He/she will be involved in software development, including analysis, design, implementation, testing and documentation. Other responsibilities include researching and evaluating products and software and producing and maintaining technical documentation for new development and upgrades.

The successful candidate will have a BSc in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, excellent written and verbal communication skills and 1-3 years of experience working PHP open source, ASP or JSP. In addition, 1-3 years of Javascript and DOM, a working knowledge of database structure & design, OOP and CSS as well as the ability to work in a Windows and Linux environment is preferred. We are looking for a problem solver with strong organizational skills. Web Developers work out of our head office in Markham

Intermediate Web Developer

This position will be responsible for creating, maintaining and enhancing various database driven web applications and custom desktop applications. He/she will be involved in all phases of software development- from analysis to design, implementation, testing and documentation. Other responsibilities include participating in client meetings, providing offsite support, researching and evaluating products and software and producing and maintaining technical documentation for new development and upgrades.

The successful candidate will have a BSc in Software Engineering or Computer Science, excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills and 3-5 years of experience working PHP open source, ASP or JSP. In addition, 3-5 years of Javascript and DOM, a solid knowledge of database structure & design, OOP and CSS as well as the ability to work in a Windows and Linux environment is required. We are looking for a problem solver, self-starter with strong organizational skills. Web Developers work out of our head office in Markham

Receptionist

This position requires an individual who is approachable, friendly and organized. Ideally someone with several years of experience as a receptionist, we are looking for a positive person to work at our head office reception desk. Applicants will be responsible for greeting clients and guests at reception and answering/directing switchboard calls on the NEC IPK Phone system of 9 lines. This position will also be responsible for mail/courier, meeting coordination and various other clerical duties and projects as assigned. Microsoft Offices skills are required as well as strong organziational and multi-tasking skills. Previous experience working in a Land Surveying office, drafting, or familiarity with survey plans would be an asset, but are not required.