Construction Technician

Brampton; Brampton; Remote; CAD 101,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Brampton is seeking a Construction Technician in the Public Works & Engineering department for a 12-month temporary vacancy. You will support enforcement of road occupancy and by-law processes at the Williams Parkway Operations Centre and report to the Supervisor, State of Good Repairs, Construction.

Responsibilities include coordinating permits, inspecting projects, reviewing plans, preparing certificates, and liaising with internal teams and contractors.

Qualifications

• High School graduation plus 2–3 year Civil Engineering Technology program.
• 2–4 years related experience.
• CET certification eligibility with OACETT.
• Valid, non-probationary Class G driver's license.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates Road Occupancy, Access Permits and Right-of-Way Construction contracts.
• Analyzes and administers construction contracts including determining requirements and quantities.
• Performs precondition and during construction inspections.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries related to service requests.
• Prepares report summaries and maintains records of activity.
• Ensures compliance with CSA, ACI and ASSHTO standards.

Skills

Contract coordination

Inspection

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Civil Engineering Technology program

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Opening Number:107302
Job Requisition Number: 567
Number of Positions: 1
Job Type: Union
Job Code: Construction Technician
Department: PUBLIC WORKS & ENGINEERING
Division: Capital Works
Salary Range:
1st Step $100,796.80 per annum
2nd Step: $106,121.60 per annum
Job Rate: $111,675.20 0 per annum
Job Grade: 10A
Job Status and Duration: Temporary (T), vacancy for 12.00 months
Hours of Work: 40 Hour work week
Location: Williams Parkway Operations Centre
Posting Date: October 2, 2026
Closing Date: October 16, 2026

Notice to Internal Applicants: To ensure your application is processed as internal, please submit your application using your City of Brampton work email address.
External and internal applicants are now being considered.

Reporting to the Supervisor, State of Good Repairs, Construction, provides frontline inspection, support and resolution to resident concerns and contractors as it relates to the enforcement and approval of Municipal, Provincial and Federal regulations of the Corporation’s Road Occupancy and Access Permits, Road Construction Contracted Services and Fill By-Law processes and procedures

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinates Road Occupancy, Access Permits and Right-of-Way Construction contracts.
• Coordinates contracted snow clearing operations.
• Analyzes and administers construction contracts including determining requirements, preparing contracts, determining quantities and co-ordinating and overseeing performance of construction projects.
• Performs Precondition inspections and during construction inspection.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries related to service requests.
• Performs pre and post engineering inspections on construction projects.
• Investigates and resolves drainage complaints as a result of enforcement of Fill By-Law 143-95.
• Manages the application and issuance of Fill and Grading Permits.
• Investigates and inspects new subdivision developments and site plans to ensure City standards and Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications are upheld.
• Compiles documents and evidence for claims litigation and may present at legal proceedings where required.
• Liaises with internal departments and external agencies to coordinate restoration of work areas.
• Prepares payment certificates and invoices, ensuring calculations and measurements are in accordance with contract agreements.
• Coordinates, monitors and reviews quality assurance testing to ensure CSA, ACI and ASSHTO standards are upheld.
• Reviews and approves plan drawings for new construction, PUCC projects and Site Plan projects within the right-of-way.
• Reviews and approves traffic control measures to be used on projects and special events.
• Conducts field surveys for infrastructure construction projects to determine property lines, ditch grading and curb lines.
• Prepares report summaries and maintains daily records of personal and contractor activity.
• Provides storm sewer locate services and reports on City owned infrastructure, property and systems, as requested by contractors and utility service providers.
• Provides ongoing technical support and expertise to construction group, Road Operations and various other internal groups.
• Schedule, train and evaluate Co-op Students.
• Performs additional similar and related duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School (Grade 12) graduation plus an additional program of over two (2) years and up to three (3) years in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent.

Required Experience:

• Over two (2) years, up to and including four (4) years related experience.

Required License Certificates:

• Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technologists and Technicians or eligibility to obtain.
• Valid, non-probationary Class G Drivers License.

Other Skills and Assets:

• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal safety equipment and clothing.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Additional Information

Interview: Our recruitment process may be completed with video conference technology.

Various tests and/or exams may be administered as part of the selection criteria.

Applicants who do not meet the educational requirements but have direct related experience may be considered.
As part of the corporation’s Modernizing Job Evaluation project, this position will undergo an evaluation which may result in a change to the rate of compensation. Any changes affecting this position will be communicated as information becomes available.

As part of the application process, applicants will be invited to complete a self identification survey. The survey is voluntary. Participation in the survey will have no impact on hiring decisions. All information collected is confidential and will not be shared with the hiring manager. The surveys will be anonymized and will be kept separate from applicant or employee files, such that the individuals who completed the surveys will not be identifiable. The results of the survey will assist in the analysis of disaggregated metrics for organizational planning purposes and our commitment to advance and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City may use anonymized data to produce aggregate reports for internal or external use.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] or 905.874.2150 with your accommodation needs, quoting the job opening ID#, job title. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially