Utilities Technologist – Water

Rural Municipalities of Alberta; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is looking for a Utilities Technologist – Water in Red Deer, Alberta. This permanent full-time position involves coordinating various environmental planning programs and managing procurement activities. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Civil or Environmental Engineering Technology and be certified as an Engineering Technologist. Competitive hourly wage of $48.05 to $50.58 with excellent benefits is offered. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by January 17, 2026.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in a municipal public works environment focusing on Project & infrastructure management.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate various programs, projects, and activities in the Environmental Planning Section.
• Prepare and administer procurement activities.
• Perform a variety of administrative activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills (Word, Excel)

Education

Diploma in Civil or Environmental Engineering Technology

Registered as Certified Engineering Technologist

Job description

Red Deer is Alberta’s third largest city, a growing city built on entrepreneurialism, innovation and community spirit that drives who we are and what we do. We, as a city, are served by an innovative government, inspired by the people and businesses that live here, and filled with vibrant places and spaces for people to connect and community to thrive. Located halfway between Calgary and Edmonton, Red Deer an active city rooted in an expansive park and is young and vibrant with a median age of under 35 years. With a diverse and resilient educated workforce, strong average family income, and ideal geographic location, Red Deer is a highly desirable place to live and do business and continues to grow.

Are you a certified Engineering Technologist? – please read on!

What we offer:

In addition to the very competitive hourly wage of $48.05 to $50.58 (2025 Rates) and an excellent benefits package; we offer a great work environment with a dynamic and dedicated team of professionals.

If you like what you have read and think this is the job for you; come join The City of Red Deer. We are committed to a healthy, vibrant, and sustainable community. Our employees are the cornerstone of our organization and working with us will provide you with the opportunity to work in an ever-growing environment and to work with an awesome group of people.

We welcome applications until January 17, 2026.

For a detailed job description and to apply, please visit www.reddeer.ca/careers

Applicants not contacted are thanked for their interest.

Key Responsibilities

The Opportunity:

The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting for a Utilities Technologist – Water to fill a permanent full-time position. They will be responsible for the coordination of a variety of programs, projects and activities in the Environmental Planning Section. This position prepares and administers various procurement activities and also performs a variety of administrative activities.

Requirements

As our preferred candidate, you will have:

• Diploma in Civil or Environmental Engineering Technology.
• Registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist or Applied Science Technologist with The Association of Science & Engineering Technology Professionals of Alberta (ASET).
• Three years’ experience in a municipal public works environment with a focus on Project & infrastructure management.
• Valid class 5 driver’s license.
• Mature open communication skills
• Good computer skills including Word processing and Excel spreadsheets.