Job Opportunities Engineering Assistant II - Roadways Capital Operations (2869)

The City of Regina; Regina; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Regina is seeking a technical support professional for the Roadways & Transportation department. This role involves quality control, laboratory testing, and data analysis, requiring a strong educational background and relevant experience. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits

Growth opportunities through educational support

Travel allowance provided

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water, sewer, and waste infrastructure management.
• Minimum two years of operational or technical experience.
• Ability to create reports and modify data using software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing including asphalt and sieve analysis.
• Prepare reports and provide quality control/assurance.
• Sample materials from various sources for analysis.

Skills

Effective communication

Data handling

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Two relevant postsecondary courses

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

Employment Type : One casual full-time position; one 2-year term position.

Hourly Salary : $27.12 - $30.20

Annual Salary : $56,131.00 - $62,506.00

Date Posted : May 13, 2025

Closing Date : May 28, 2025

Land Acknowledgement

We are proud to reside on Treaty 4 Territory and the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dakota, Nakota, Lakota, and Métis Nation, honoring and respecting these Nations and ancestors of this territory. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and barrier-free workplace, allowing everyone to achieve their full potential. We value diversity as a key to our success and encourage all qualified candidates, including Indigenous peoples, people of color, 2SLGBTQIAP individuals of all genders, persons with disabilities, and members of equity-seeking communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensuring accessible and accommodating processes during the application and selection phases. If you need accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform our Talent team, and we will collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

This position performs technical and business support related to construction and Quality Control / Quality Assurance within the Roadways & Transportation department. This position reports to the Supervisor of Testing Lab and Field Services.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Sampling material from stockpiles, manufacturing belts, or trucks and compiling statistical and other information required for reports, including running standard and custom computer records as needed.
2. Preparing informational reports and summaries.
3. Providing quality control / assurance and analysis of data and information from laboratory tests.
4. Conducting laboratory testing, including but not limited to asphalt testing (Marshall method), sieve analysis, gradation, and proctors.
5. Responding tactfully and adequately to concerns and inquiries from the public and other personnel.
6. Following all rules and regulations as set out in the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act and the City of Regina Occupational Health and Safety manual.
7. Performing related duties as required.

Key Qualifications

• Applicants must clearly identify their qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in their application/resume.
• The knowledge, skills, and abilities required are obtained through the successful completion of Grade 12 or GED, plus two relevant postsecondary courses (engineering, mathematical, computer, business administrative), and a minimum of two years of operational, field, technical, or engineering experience in a relevant industry.
• Relevant Grade 12 courses include Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus, Statistics, Chemistry, Computers, Accounting, or Physics, which are considered equivalent to postsecondary education.
• Knowledge of basic water, sewer, and waste infrastructure management, materials, operations, construction, maintenance, and preservation.
• Skills to create tables, forms, formulas, queries, reports, and to modify and customize charts and tables using software such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access), including pivot tables and data import/export.
• Knowledge of electronic data collection, organization, storage, and City record retention/destruction policies.
• Effective communication skills in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and establish effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Accurate and precise arithmetic and data handling skills.
• Knowledge of Provincial Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations applicable to the position.

Working / Other Conditions

• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and have a vehicle available for work (travel allowance provided).
• Work in gravel pit environments, dusty conditions, and on uneven ground.
• Work in laboratory environments and around heavy equipment.
• Wear PPE such as CSA steel-toed boots, hard hats, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 50 lbs over 20 meters.
• Willingness to perform physical work in various environments and conditions.
• Participation in training and certification programs as required.
• Work from variable locations, including overtime, shifts, and irregular hours.
• Testing Lab incumbents must submit a Criminal Record Check every five years as per regulations.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates may need to provide a satisfactory criminal record check.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At the City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth opportunities through educational support and in-house courses. If you're passionate about public service and making a difference, apply now!

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