Engineering Technologist

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Clean Water Agency seeks an experienced engineer to provide technical engineering and operational support for the South Peel Water and Wastewater systems. The role requires knowledge of locates, drafting, and water/wastewater infrastructure, with an emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will work on site to support maintenance, inspections, and project coordination, leveraging engineering software and strong communication with municipal partners and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class G driver's license.
• Experience in locates/stakeouts and damage prevention in water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Knowledge of drafting procedures and engineering records.
• Ability to interpret drawings, manuals, plans and specs.
• Knowledge of operation, design, and construction of water/wastewater systems.
• Familiar with using engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical engineering and operational support for the South Peel Water and Wastewater systems.
• Provide operational support for maintenance and system reliability.

Job description

Apply By: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

1 Permanent, 1 Temporary assignment/contract for up to 18-months, with possibility of extension

$1,214.51 - $1,471.49 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

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.

About the job

We are seeking an experienced individual to perform technical engineering and operational support services for the operation and maintenance of the South Peel Water and Wastewater systems.

Mandatory

• 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.
  
• You will be eligible for additional pay for certification, should you be successful in completing and maintaining facility water/wastewater operator's licenses.
  
• 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.

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

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promoting 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 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 the Ontario 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.

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