Engineering Technician (Environmental Capital Projects)

Kawartha Lakes; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking an Engineering Technician in Lindsay, ON to support the Infrastructure Design and Construction Division on water, wastewater and solid waste projects. The role involves field work, drawings, specifications, contracts, and coordination with consultants and contractors.

Candidates should have a civil engineering diploma, 2+ years municipal experience, proficiency with Total Station surveys, MS Office, and drafting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Working toward certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists.
• Proficiency in Total Station Surveys and layout.
• Experience in water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure design and construction.
• Demonstrated ability to protect privacy and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills to develop cooperative relationships.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Initiative and commitment to quality improvement and process sharing.
• Ability to understand and follow municipal policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence.
• Criminal Record Check may be required on conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigation and review background information to set scope and parameters of capital projects related to water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure.
• Assist with preparation of drawings, specifications, estimates and contract documents such as RFT/RFP/QR.
• Coordinate and oversee Consultants and Contractors to manage capital projects in all design and construction stages.
• Perform technical reviews and provide input on design, specifications, assessments, plans/drawings, materials and tenders.
• Perform or coordinate engineering inspection services on construction projects.
• Perform financial administrative activities including processing payment certificates and negotiating additional work claims.
• Collect and update field data for 'as constructed' plans.
• Perform pre-engineering and construction surveys and drafting for capital improvement projects.
• Maintain plans, maps, drawings and other records reflecting municipal infrastructure.
• Research and prepare engineering reports and technical memoranda.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Independent and team work

Privacy/confidentiality awareness

Prioritization of workload

Education

Civil Engineering diploma

Ontario A/C Technicians certification (in progress)

Tools

Total Station surveys

Microsoft Office

Drafting/drawings software

Job description

The Engineering Technician is responsible for various engineering-related projects and tasks within the City of Kawartha Lakes' Infrastructure Design and Construction Division.

Number of available positions:

1

Date of Posting:

Oct 26/26

November 15, 2026

Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Location:

Lindsay, ON

Union:

CUPE 855 Inside

Job Title: Engineering Technician

Wage: $40.57 - $43.88 per hour (2026)

Reports To: Supervisor, Environmental Capital Project Management

Location: Lindsay, ON

Other: General office environment with travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes in accordance with job requirements

Job Description

• Conduct field investigation and review background information to set scope and parameters of capital projects related to water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure;
• Assist with the preparation of drawings, specifications, estimates and contract documents such as Request for Tender, Request for Proposal, Request for Quotation;
• Coordinate and oversee Consultants and Contractors to manage capital projects in all stages of design and construction;
• Perform technical reviews and provide input, comment or recommendation on design, specifications, assessments, studies, plans/drawings, materials, proposals, tenders, agreements, and reports;
• Perform or coordinate engineering inspection services on construction projects;
• Perform financial administrative activities including processing of payment certificates, negotiation of additional work claims, and assessment of contract work in accordance with contractual and statutory obligations;
• Collect and update field data for 'as constructed' plans;
• Perform pre-engineering and construction surveys and drafting for capital improvement projects;
• Maintain plans, maps, drawings and other records reflecting the municipal infrastructure;
• Research and prepare engineering reports and technical memoranda;
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills/Education Required

• Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field;
• Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment;
• Working toward certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists;
• Proficiency in Total Station Surveys and layout;
• Experience in water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure design and construction;
• Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion;
• Demonstrated customer-service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and to maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization;
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands;
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy;
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management;
• Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures;
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software;
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence;
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required;

This posting is for an existing, currently open position within Engineering. Applications will be reviewed as received. Applicants must also be prepared for skill testing during the recruitment process.

The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.