ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST TECHNICIAN 1

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

Job summary

A municipal government in Toronto seeks a qualified Transportation Engineer to oversee engineering projects and collaborate with stakeholders. You will be responsible for reviewing designs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and communicating with the public. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Civil Engineering and has experience in traffic-related projects. This role offers a hybrid work model and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering technology applied to traffic and civil engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and traffic plans.
• Experience with Street and Right-of-way permit issuance.

Responsibilities

• Administers and coordinates documentation related to construction projects.
• Conducts field inspections and evaluations of transportation facilities.
• Liaises with contractors and stakeholders on project requirements.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Strong analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative and teamwork

Education

University degree or college diploma in Civil or Transportation engineering

Eligibility for OACETT membership

Tools

ArcGIS

MicroStation

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Job ID: 57922

Job Category: Engineering & Technical

Division & Section: Transportation Services, Permits & Enforcement

Work Location: 433 Eastern Ave. (Hybrid)

Job Type & Duration: Full Time, 1 Permanent

Hourly Rate and Wage Grade: $42.96- $47.05

Shift Information: Monday- Friday, 35 hours per week

Affiliation: Local 79 FT

Number of Positions Open: 1

Posting Period: 10-SEPT-2025 to 24-SEPT-2025

Major Responsibilities

• Administers, prepares, coordinates requirements and reviews designs, reports, specifications and any documentation related to construction projects, land development proposals, divisional projects and third-party proposals.
• Prepares drafts of documents, reports, contracts, specifications and agreements for the Project Manager or Supervisor.
• Undertakes projects, trains and provides technical direction to staff, such as enters, edits, updates, validates, and analyzes data related to various Transportation projects and programs under the Supervisor, Project Manager or Project Lead.
• Checks and provides progress/inspection reports on the work of contractors and developers to ensure use of safety equipment, adherence to approved designs, procedures, regulations, statutes, specifications etc., as well as ensures equitable and safe use of the right-of-way and compliance with City policies, design guidelines and other regulations.
• Conducts field inspections and evaluates the condition of facilities and that proper traffic control procedures are in place.
• Investigates and responds to inquiries from the public, politicians, contractors, other municipalities, businesses, 311, and City staff.
• Liaises and assists with consultants, contractors, Utility companies, developers, BIAs, elected officials, and City staff.
• Configures computer files, such as manipulates and retrieves data using Microsoft Excel, Access and GIS applications.
• Develops, maintains and monitors programs and systems, such as ArcGIS, CarteGraph street furniture database, RACS and/or TMMS
• Performs and/or reviews research and calculations and analyzes technical data, such as programs, operates and maintains a variety of mechanical, digital, analogue, wireless, computerized and other equipment and systems in performing surveys, drawing, calculations, diagnostics, repairs, studies, etc.
• Prepares training materials and conducts training courses and demonstrations.
• Prepares, reads and interprets technical drawings and utility applications (i.e., survey plans, structures, equipment, utility plant locations, roadways, etc.).

Key Qualifications

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• University degree or a college diploma from a recognized institution in Civil or Transportation engineering, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Experience in engineering technology, specifically in the principles and practices of traffic engineering, civil engineering and/or transportation engineering.
• Experience in reading, creating, interpreting technical drawings and traffic plan development.
• Experience with the review and issuance of various Street and Right-of-way permits, and/or Transportation Permitting projects.
• Experience in maintaining and monitoring one or more programs such as ArcGIS, MicroStation.

• You must also have:
• Excellent customer service and communication skills to resolve customer issues, conflicts and complaints in-person, by telephone and through written correspondence.
• Demonstrated ability in investigating and responding to inquiries from the public, politicians, contractors, other municipalities, businesses, 311, and City staff.
• Highly developed analytical skills and ability to make sound decisions using good judgement.
• Ability to write correspondence and reports in a clear, concise and legible manner.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to liaise with the public, contractors, and staff in other service areas.
• Initiative/self-management and teamwork skills to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team setting.
• Accountable, flexible/adaptable and able to plan, prioritize, organize and carry out tasks to meet deadlines.
• Fundamental knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Municipal By-laws, Municipal Act and the regulations that apply.
• Knowledge of the City of Toronto road system and City of Toronto Traffic By-laws.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, plans and specifications.
• Must be willing and able to travel to various work locations as required.
• Experience utilizing MS Office software applications including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access and MS Excel.
• Ability to utilize work management systems relevant to the division such as Cartegraph, TMMS and RACS would be an asset.
• Experience in working with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and Computer Aided Design (CAD) software would be an asset.
• Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Engineering, Technicians and Technologists (OACETT) would be an asset.
• Knowledge of the engineering principles involved in the design of municipal infrastructure, including watermains, sewers, and roads would be an asset.

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