Development Engineering Technologist/Drainage Superintendent

The Corporation of the City of Sarnia; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Sarnia is looking for an experienced Development Engineering Technologist/Drainage Superintendent. This full-time permanent role involves investigating drainage issues, maintaining Municipal Drains, and reviewing development plans. Candidates should have considerable experience in land development and drainage with relevant education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of related work experience.
• Valid Class G Driver’s Licence.
• Ability to obtain certification through the OMAFRA Drainage Superintendent Course.

Responsibilities

• Investigating drainage concerns.
• Maintaining existing Municipal Drains.
• Reviewing and inspecting plans of subdivision and site plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Field inspection

Computer skills

Education

College diploma in Construction Technology or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

GPS equipment

Total Station survey equipment

Job description

The City is seeking an experienced Development Engineering Technologist/Drainage Superintendent to join our team!

Job Status: Full-time, Permanent

Division: Engineering and Operations

Department: Development and Transportation

Union: CUPE 3690

Closing Date: June 29, 2025

The Role Under the direction of the Manager of Development & Transportation, this position is responsible for the duties of the Drainage Superintendent as a Development Engineering Technologist. As the City’s appointed Drainage Superintendent you are responsible for investigating drainage concerns, maintaining existing Municipal Drains as specified in the current Engineer’s Reports, assisting the Drainage Engineer in the preparation of new reports, preparing tender documents and overseeing construction and maintenance of Municipal Drains. General duties within the Development & Transportation Engineering team include; reviewing, inspecting and providing technical comments on plans of subdivision, site plans, and lot grading certificates, preparing tender documents, and coordination of utility planning and the issuance of permits and associated agreements. Qualifications

• College diploma in Construction Technology, or Civil Engineering Technology, and a minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid Class G Driver’s Licence with an abstract acceptable to City guidelines;
• Class 1 Water Distribution Certificate would be considered an asset.
  
  

The Candidate

The successful candidate should possess the following experience, knowledge and competencies:

• Successful completion of, or ability to obtain certification through the OMAFRA Drainage Superintendent Course;
• Working knowledge of the Drainage Act;
• Experienced in Land Development, Drainage, Design and Construction;
• Field work related to inspection of municipal and private utility infrastructure;
• Proven written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to conduct formal public meetings;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with the use of GPS and Total Station survey equipment with the ability to undertake complete and accurate Topographical Surveys would be considered an asset;