Engineering Technician I - Materials Inspection

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Metro Vancouver is seeking an Engineering Technician I to oversee construction inspections and quality assurance for infrastructure projects. The role requires technical knowledge of construction materials and the ability to perform field and lab work. Candidates should have relevant education and experience in civil construction and possess excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and promotes diversity in hiring.

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth school grade supplemented by technical courses related to the work.
• Considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts field inspections of utility work.
• Inspects construction work for compliance with City specifications.
• Conducts engineering test procedures and analyses.

Skills

Knowledge of municipal civil construction methods

Knowledge of asphalt and concrete standards

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work independently

Ability to perform field and lab work

Education

Completion of twelfth school grade with technical courses

Tools

Testing equipment for construction materials

Job description

Requisition ID:41820

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose and Function

The Engineering Technician I inspects, monitors, and reports the daily work of construction teams engaged in a variety of construction, utility, and field installations, based on technical requirements and specifications required by various infrastructure projects through internal engineering operations and design branches, while providing a variety of construction materials quality control and assurance technical tasks, measurements, evaluations, testing, and reporting . Provides recommendations to engineers, project managers, contractors, and City crews

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates and conducts field inspections of utility work, including inspects, tests and controls the quality of materials used by and for the City.
• Inspects construction work performed by private contractors, utility companies and City crews to ensure conformance with City specifications and standards.
• Conducts a wide variety of engineering test procedures and analyses, including the testing of asphalt, concrete, aggregates, asphalt cements, salt, cast iron, and other construction materials.
• Inspects asphalt and concrete plant operations to ensure quality of products produced for City projects.
• Oversees aggregate barge unloading.
• Performs general quality control field and lab test work, technical assessments, volume determinations, and assurance inspection of materials, and other duties as assigned.
• Visually inspects, assess, records or reports on street pavement and sidewalk conditions and defects.
• Performa other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Education and Experience:

Completion of the twelfth school grade supplemented by technical courses in asphalt, concrete, soils and municipal or public works inspection, or other courses related to the work. Considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in municipal civil construction including road work and utility construction, and related activities.
• Considerable knowledge of standards and technical properties of asphalt, concrete, aggregate and soil, with an understanding of a variety of specialized testing procedures, and equipment used in construction works.
• Ability to determine quality of materials and work, and accuracy of layout through inspection and in the compliance with specifications.
• Working knowledge of basic engineering principles in construction work
• Working knowledge on the operations of asphalt and concrete plants, and key components of each
• Ability to operate various equipment used to perform tests.
• Ability to organize, maintain and report data from lab and field tests.
• Ability to use sound judgment, problem-solve, and work independently.
• Ability to perform field and lab work, and to be able to explain prescribed specifications to plant operators.
• Ability to communicate effectively with contractors, with experts in various construction disciplines, and members of the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors, City crews, and suppliers.
• Ability to accurately measure and record the amount of work completed by contractors or work crews.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

Business Unit/Department:Engineering Services (1300)

Affiliation:CUPE 15 Non Pks

Employment Type:Regular Full Time

Position Start Date: Sept, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-021: $37.20to $43.78per hour

Application Close: August 18, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve . Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all gendersand persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more aboutour commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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