Technologist II - Sewer & Drainage Operations

City of Regina; Regina; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Regina is seeking a skilled Civil/Environmental Engineer Technologist to support water, sewer and infrastructure planning and operation in Regina, Saskatchewan. You will manage databases, perform analyses, and coordinate projects under the direction of a Manager or Senior Engineer.

The role requires a two-year technical diploma, registration as a technologist, and strong CAD/GIS skills with field interpretation to meet City standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Civil, Environmental or Water Resources Engineering Technology.
• Two years of experience in water and/or sewer or related field.
• Must pass Operator Certification exams within 1 year and obtain Level 2 certification when eligible.
• Knowledge of engineering practices, principles, and statistics.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop, maintain and coordinate databases related to water and sewer infrastructure planning, operation and preservation.
• Provide technical analysis and operational support for water and sewer planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Review drawings, specs, and plans to ensure City standards are met.
• Develop and monitor data and sample collection programs.
• Supervise staff, consultants and contractors.
• Operate and interpret results from specialized analysis software for water/sewer networks.

Skills

GIS and CAD

Supervision

Data analysis

Engineering design

Project management

Communication

Standards knowledge

Fieldwork

Education

Civil/Environmental/Water Resources Eng Tech diploma

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Access

Excel

Job description

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 and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Job ID: 3771

Openings: 1

Jurisdiction: CUPE Local 21

Division: City Operations

Department: Water, Waste & Environment

Branch: Sewer & Drainage Operations

Location Name: Regina, Saskatchewan, CA

Type of Posting: Internal & External

Employment Type: Term up to 12 months

Hourly Salary: $35.95 - $40.23

Annual Salary: $74,407.00 - $83,265.00

Date Posted: November 9, 2026

Closing Date: November 22, 2026

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 and grateful to be here. Regina is committed to building trust and creating true partnerships with Indigenous peoples.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Regina is an equal opportunities 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 colour, 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals of all genders, people of disabilities, and members of equity-deserving communities, to apply.

The City of Regina is committed to ensure 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'll collaborate with you to address your requirements.

Position Summary

This position performs complex and advanced technical work including database management, asset management, water and sewer engineering and operation, infrastructure planning, design, construction, operation, preservation and management. This position typically reports to a Manager or Senior Engineer.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Initiate, develop, maintain and coordinate databases related to water and sewer infrastructure planning, operation and preservation, material testing, and field inspection.
• Provide technical analysis and operational support related to water and sewer infrastructure/facility planning, design, construction, operation, preservation, management and performance.
• Provide advice in regard to technologies and technical analysis related to water and sewer planning, design, construction, operation, preservation, maintenance, testing, management and performance.
• Review and comment on drawings, specifications, plans and applications from engineering consultants and developers to ensure City standards and requirements are met.
• Develop, monitor, manage and conduct data and sample collection programs.
• Supervise and direct staff, consultants and contractors.
• Maintain and operate specialized analysis software and be able to interpret results, produce reports and make recommendations for water and sewer network planning, construction and maintenance programs (e.g. software involving water, sewer and drainage modelling, capacity analysis or maintenance management, WaterCAD, SPL,)
• Develop and review standards, specifications, processes and manuals related to water and sewer operations, the development of water and sewer networks, operations, construction and/or maintenance, and construction field services.
• Develop and review engineering design, material, testing and technology/equipment standards and specifications.
• Research, co-ordinate and assemble information and prepare technical reports.
• Approve requisitions, expenditures and other transactions within the limits of established authority.
• Research and evaluate the application of technologies and industry best practises related to water and sewer design, construction, operation and preservation, planning, safety, engineering and operation, and testing services.

Key Qualifications

• Civil, Environmental or Water Resources Engineering Technology diploma.
• Two (2) years’ experience in water and/or sewer or a related engineering/technical field.
• Must pass the Level one (1) and two (2) Operator Certification exams within one (1) yr and obtain Level 2 certification as identified under the Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Works Operator Certification Standards, in the category relevant to their operating area, as soon as they meet the experience requirements.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to apply engineering practices, principles, theories, computations, analyses and statistics.
• Knowledge of water and sewer infrastructure planning, management, design, materials, operations, construction, maintenance and preservation.
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability with sampling and monitoring programs and laboratory/facility and field-testing procedures.
• Knowledge of drafting and surveying technology practices and techniques.
• Advanced level GIS and CAD skills to display data including symbology, create, edit and query data, modify drawings, relate data, and prepare designs using software such as Arc View, AutoCAD, LDD and Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and theories for the effective supervision and leadership of staff.
• Ability to interpret, understand and manage work in accordance with the general rules and regulations of the Provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act, other legislation, and expectations of City of Regina’s policies, standards, practices and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically plan, coordinate and direct the work of others.
• Ability to acquire and apply knowledge of City policies and procedures, and legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Advanced skill in use of current City software such as Microsoft applications, GIS, Access database, EmpCenter, etc. to retrieve data, prepare operational and business computations, reports, and use e-mail.

Working/Other Conditions

• Must register and maintain registration as a Professional Technologist (PTech) under Technology Professionals Saskatchewan.
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and have a vehicle available for work usage (a travel allowance is provided).
• Candidates must participate in training and be willing and able to complete recognized certification programs and courses to perform the work and maintain status.
• Will be required to work from variable bases of operation.
• Must be comfortable working in environments where sewage is present.
• Must be able and willing to perform work of a physical nature in field environments and inclement conditions.
• Must be willing to be on call, perform overtime, and work shift and/or irregular hours.
• Must respond to call outs and emergencies as required.

Additional Requirements

• Successful candidates may be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check per the City of Regina's Criminal Record Check Policy.
• Proof of education is required.
• Additional assessments may be conducted to evaluate competencies, skills, and knowledge.

At City of Regina, we offer competitive compensation, health and wellness benefits, and growth through educational support and in-house courses.

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