ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST TECHNICIAN 1

City of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engineering Technologist Technician 1 to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing technical services, conducting surveys, and managing various projects related to the city's infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and a background in civil engineering technology or surveying. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, ensuring the successful execution of projects that enhance community services. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equity and diversity, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in relevant disciplines or equivalent experience.
• Experience with property records and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Administers and reviews designs and documentation for construction projects.
• Conducts surveys and investigations for land development applications.
• Liaises with utility companies and contractors.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Project Coordination

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in Surveying or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

Land Registry Office system (POLARIS/Teraview)

Job description

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• Work Location: 18 Dyas Rd, Toronto, M3B 1V5
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $41.33 - $45.26, TF0318, wage grade 12, (2024 wages).
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 17-Apr-2025 to 05-May-2025

• Job ID: 54585
• Job Category: Engineering & Technical
• Division & Section: Engineering & Construction Services, ECS Engineering Support Services
• Work Location: 18 Dyas Rd, Toronto, M3B 1V5
• Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent
• Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $41.33 - $45.26, TF0318, wage grade 12, (2024 wages).
• Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hrs per week
• Affiliation: L79 Full-time
• Number of Positions Open: 1
• Posting Period: 17-Apr-2025 to 05-May-2025

The Engineering Technologist Technician 1 will be part of a team responsible for providing technical services to customers in target sectors. The successful candidate will perform investigations, surveys, and analysis related to programs and projects of the City's facilities, infrastructure, and movable assets.

Major Responsibilities

• Administers, prepares, coordinates requirements, and reviews designs, reports, specifications, and any documentation related to construction projects and land development proposals.
• Conducts surveys, investigations, and studies for a variety of proposals, programs, land development applications, and projects pertaining to the City's facilities and infrastructure.
• Leads projects and directs staff on projects.
• Prepares Street Naming and renaming Reports and acquires the necessary information to support the Reports as required for submission to Community Council.
• Programs, operates, and maintains a variety of mechanical, digital, analogue, wireless, computerized, and other equipment and systems in performing surveys, drafting, calculations, diagnostics, repairs, studies, etc.
• Conducts Title Searches to assist in depositing plans into Land Registry in support of the Capital Delivery program.
• Develops, maintains, and monitors programs and systems.
• Liaises with Utility companies, developers, the public, contractors, etc., on pre-construction meetings and to resolve problems.
• Performs and/or reviews research, calculations, and analyzes technical data.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, surveyors, consultants, and contractors related to construction activity, by-law interpretation, property lines, encroachments, digital CADD, and processes.
• Prepares, reads, and interprets technical drawings.

Key Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in relevant disciplines (Surveying, Civil Engineering Technology, etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience maintaining property records in an automated environment, interpreting legal survey plans, and handling various legal documents.
• Experience undertaking title searches and retrieving information within the Land Registry Office system (POLARIS/Teraview).

You Must Also Have

• Extensive knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations, statutes, standards, and practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access) and preparing reports for stakeholders.
• Ability to create and maintain databases and reports.
• Effective collaboration with consultants, contractors, colleagues, and the public.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to provide work direction and plan, prioritize, and organize work with minimal supervision.
• Advanced problem-solving and project coordination skills, with the ability to exercise independent judgment on technical matters.
• Support for Toronto Public Service values promoting equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces.

Note to Internal Employees

City of Toronto employees must apply through the Internal Job Posting Portal.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The City is committed to an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse residents it serves. Learn more about employment equity.

Accommodation

The City provides accessible and barrier-free employment practices in accordance with AODA. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us when contacted.