Environmental Capital Projects Technician — Field & Design

Kawartha Lakes; Lindsay; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking an Engineering Technician in Lindsay, ON to support the Infrastructure Design and Construction Division on water, wastewater and solid waste projects. The role involves field work, drawings, specifications, contracts, and coordination with consultants and contractors.

Candidates should have a civil engineering diploma, 2+ years municipal experience, proficiency with Total Station surveys, MS Office, and drafting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment.
• Working toward certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists.
• Proficiency in Total Station Surveys and layout.
• Experience in water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure design and construction.
• Demonstrated ability to protect privacy and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Strong customer-service and interpersonal skills to develop cooperative relationships.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Initiative and commitment to quality improvement and process sharing.
• Ability to understand and follow municipal policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related software.
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence.
• Criminal Record Check may be required on conditional offer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigation and review background information to set scope and parameters of capital projects related to water, wastewater and solid waste infrastructure.
• Assist with preparation of drawings, specifications, estimates and contract documents such as RFT/RFP/QR.
• Coordinate and oversee Consultants and Contractors to manage capital projects in all design and construction stages.
• Perform technical reviews and provide input on design, specifications, assessments, plans/drawings, materials and tenders.
• Perform or coordinate engineering inspection services on construction projects.
• Perform financial administrative activities including processing payment certificates and negotiating additional work claims.
• Collect and update field data for 'as constructed' plans.
• Perform pre-engineering and construction surveys and drafting for capital improvement projects.
• Maintain plans, maps, drawings and other records reflecting municipal infrastructure.
• Research and prepare engineering reports and technical memoranda.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Independent and team work

Privacy/confidentiality awareness

Prioritization of workload

Education

Civil Engineering diploma

Ontario A/C Technicians certification (in progress)

Tools

Total Station surveys

Microsoft Office

Drafting/drawings software

Job description

City of Kawartha Lakes is seeking an Engineering Technician in Lindsay, ON to support the Infrastructure Design and Construction Division on water, wastewater and solid waste projects. The role involves field work, drawings, specifications, contracts, and coordination with consultants and contractors.

Candidates should have a civil engineering diploma, 2+ years municipal experience, proficiency with Total Station surveys, MS Office, and drafting.