Hydrologic Technologist

Metro Vancouver; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro Vancouver is seeking a Hydrologic Technologist to join the Flow Metering & Data Analysis team in Burnaby. You will collect and analyze data for sewer and drainage systems and support inflow/infiltration studies while advancing continuous improvement.

You will work with project engineers, manage raw field data, perform statistical analyses, and operate hydraulic models in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Technology Diploma program in Civil or Structural Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of municipal design involving sanitary sewers, drainage, or water mains.
• Knowledge of geotechnical or hydrological engineering technology.
• Knowledge of statistics including regression and extreme value theory.
• Proficient with computers and data management software related to the work.
• Ability to work independently and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist project engineers with data collection and presentation for sewer and water systems.
• Collect raw data, download field data, manage storage, and prepare reports.
• Perform statistical analysis for Waste and Water Management planning and studies.
• Operate and maintain hydraulic computer models.
• Perform intermediate complexity technical design work.
• Establish liaison between District staff, Government agencies, and consultants.

Skills

Hydrologic data analysis

Data collection & presentation

Statistical methods

Hydraulic modeling

Independent work

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Tech Diploma in Civil/Structural Eng

Job description

Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, Burnaby

Salary Range/ Wage Rate: PG T22 $3,039.93 - $3,577.88 bi-weekly

Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a Hydrologic Technologist who will be a key member of the Flow Metering & Data Analysis team responsible for data acquisition and analysis for the collections and drainage system. This role involves performing data analytics to serve internal and external needs, while constantly striving for continuous improvement.

You are an experienced professional with advanced hydrologic and data analytics competencies. You are service-oriented, and excited to join a dynamic team that gets things done, in a fast-paced environment. Your adaptability and positive attitude will make you a valuable contributor to the team in short order.

This role:

• Assists project engineers with the collection and presentation of data related to sewer and water systems such as population, land use, delineation of tributary areas and hydraulic parameters for engineering studies and reviews; assists in the implementation of inflow and infiltration investigations and studies.
• Collects raw data including down-loading of data in the field; manages data storage; analyzes such data and prepares reports; performs statistical analysis of data for use in the Waste and Water Management Plan, inflow and infiltration studies, wastewater treatment plant studies and design of sanitary and storm sewers using application software.
• Operates and maintains hydraulic computer models.
• Performs technical design work of intermediate complexity.
• Establishes and maintains liaison between District staff and various Government agencies and outside engineering consultants.
• Performs related work as required.

To be successful, you have:

• Graduation from an Institute of Technology Diploma program in Civil or Structural Engineering plus sound related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Sound knowledge of municipal engineering design involving sanitary, sewers, drainage works and/or water mains.
• Sound knowledge of geotechnical and/or hydrological engineering technology.
• Sound knowledge of statistics such as linear and non-linear regression, probability distributions and statistical theory of extreme values and applications.
• Sound knowledge of computers and system and application software as related to the work performed.
• Ability to perform technical design work of intermediate complexity.
• Ability to work independently under minimum supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
• Valid Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia.

Our Vision:

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

Metro Vancouver employees proudly serve the region and demonstrate the behaviours and attributes of six leadership competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Building and Nurturing Relationships, Communication, Continuous Learning, and Strategic Thinking and Action.

At Metro Vancouver, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve. If an accommodation is required during the recruitment and selection process, please contact [e-mail] for support. Learn more about our commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.