Engineering Technologist

Ontario Clean Water Agency; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Comprehensive health plan

Life and disability insurance

Maternity and parental leave top-up

Job summary

Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) is hiring an Engineering Technologist for the South Peel Services team in Mississauga. This fixed‑term role (up to 18 months) focuses on locates, surveying, drafting and inspection of water and wastewater facilities, supporting design and construction activities, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

OCWA offers development opportunities, competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefits package, with licensing requirements including a valid G‑class driver’s

Qualifications

• Must have practical experience with locates/stakeouts and inspections of water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Proficient in drafting and interpreting drawings, plans and specifications.
• Experience with engineering reports and using engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Perform locates/stakeouts and inspections of feedermains and infrastructure.
• Assist design, construction and operation activities for water/wastewater systems.
• Prepare and maintain engineering records and reports.

Skills

Locates & stakeouts

Surveying

Drafting

Engineering software

Communication skills

Project management

Tech reporting

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Application Deadline: 2026-10-07 Position Title: Engineering Technologist Division: South Peel Services (Sumit Panesar) Location: 1300 Lakeshore Rd E Mississauga, ON L5E 1E9 Canada Location Hierarchy: Central Worker Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Number of Positions: 1 Job Duration: Up to 18 Months Job Term: Full time Job Code: Job Code: 12972 Salary: $1,214.51 - $1,471.49CADWeekly Posting Status: Post Internally and Externally & Post to OPS OPS Job ID: Water is our business and our passion. It can be yours too. The water professionals at OCWA know the value of water better than anyone. Our work benefits communities across Ontario every day. Our job (and possibly yours) is also to return treated and safe water back to our lakes and rivers. At OCWA, we have a deep respect for the environment and our responsibility for the health of the communities we serve drives us. A job at OCWA is an opportunity to make a positive impact on millions—a big responsibility. Are you ready? We think you are. So come on in. The water is perfect. Join our team as an Engineering Technologist with OCWA

Licensing Requirements

• Must hold a valid Class ‘G’ drivers license.

Knowledge

• Practical knowledge of performing locates/stakeouts and damage prevention, surveying and drafting procedures and construction practices, especially with respect to feedermains, and water, and wastewater infrastructure.


• Knowledge of technical report preparation techniques using computer hardware and associated engineering software.


• Knowledge of computer drafting procedures and ability to interpret technical engineering records such as drawings, manuals, plans, and specifications.


• Knowledge of operation, design, and construction of water and wastewater systems.


• Knowledge of technical engineering inspection methods.


• Knowledge of Agency policies, guidelines and procedures to investigate and deal with concerns or complaints from municipalities or the public.

Skills and Ability include

• Analytical and evaluative skills to review, inspect and assess proposed and ongoing engineering services work performed by others.


• Record keeping and reporting skills.


• Computer skills to prepare, alter, and maintain accurate and current engineering records, drawings, manuals, specations using appropriate software.


• Project management skills.


• Practical knowledge and use of engineering software.


• Practical knowledge of stakeouts/locates/damage prevention, with certification considered an asset.


• Written communication skills and abilities to use technical terminology to read plans, records, specifications, drawings, policies and manuals.


• Oral communication skills to deal with municipal officials and consultant engineers.


• Interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy to deal with contractors, staff and public, and in dealing with municipal and public authorities regarding new public works affecting OCWA facilities.

What's in it for you?

Flexible learning and development opportunities Opportunities for career advancement and specialization with the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Ontario. A wide-ranging compensation structure focused on pay for certification, on-call pay, call-back pay, over-time and Overall Responsible Operator (ORO) pay. Work with the partner of choice for more communities than any other water and wastewater service organization in Ontario for over 30 years. Work with an organization committed to innovation and advanced technology. A defined benefit pension plan; comprehensive health plan; life and disability insurance. Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits including for adoptive parents.

OCWA’s Operator Career Path Program

• The Operator Career Path Program provides learning, continuing education, career development and certification advancement opportunities.


• When you develop and obtain higher level licenses, you will progress through the Operator Career Path with increased operational responsibilities as well as training and mentoring opportunities.


• When you successfully obtain a higher certification/license, you will be eligible for additional base or premium pay in accordance with the schedule below.


• OCWA offers internal career progression for Operators through the Operator Career Path to encourage them to pursue higher‑level licences.


• The salary ranges below will be applied based on the certification you hold at the time of hire and will be progressed internally upon obtaining higher‑level certification/license:


• $24.88 to $26.41 per hour (OIT)


• $27.92 to $31.06 per hour (Level 1 Operator)


• $29.49 to $32.83 per hour (Level 2 Operator)


• $30.67 to $38.04 per hour (Level 3 or 4 Operator)

OPS/OCWA’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation. The Ontario Clean Water Agency is an inclusive employer and we offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario’s Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions if you require a disability-related accommodation. The Ontario Clean Water Agency is an agency of the Province of Ontario, reporting to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. As the largest provider of water and wastewater services in Canada, we manage over 800 facilities from small well systems and lagoons to large water and wastewater treatment plants. Consider this opportunity if you are a motivated, team oriented individual seeking a career in the water and wastewater industry. We thank you for your interest, and we will only contact you if we choose you for further screening or an interview. Career decisions can be murky and hard to navigate. OCWA makes it easy. If you’re looking for career potential through purposeful work, meaningful recognition and a lifetime opportunity for individual growth, OCWA is where you can thrive. Join an inclusive team environment and unlock your potential in a supportive, recognition-based culture. With water, your career path is clear. OCWA is an agency of the Government of Ontario, reporting to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. For more than 30 years, municipalities, First Nations communities, institutions and industry have put their trust in OCWA to provide water, wastewater and stormwater services. Our extraordinary work demands a community of remarkable people. A career at OCWA is an opportunity to achieve your potential through meaningful, important work.