Quality Control Technician

**About the City of Hamilton** **Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometres of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason** **JOB POSTING** JOB ID #: 19716 Quality Control Technician - LAS Public Works Environmental Services 77 James St. N NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 1 Full-Time Temporary UNION/NON-UNION: CUPE Local 5167 Inside HOURS Of WORK: 35.00 per week - GRADE: I - SALARY/HOUR: $33.072 - $37.582 per hour- Note: See appropriate Collective Agreement or the Non Union Salary Range for details. STATUS/LENGTH: Full-Time Temporary (18 Months) Job Description ID #: A10058 **Vaccine Verification - **As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully vaccinated or provide proof of valid exemption satisfactory to the employer prior to your start date. You must acknowledge and agree to comply with any future vaccine policy requirements as an ongoing condition of employment at the City of Hamilton. **SUMMARY OF DUTIES** Reporting to the Supervisor of Landscape Architectural Services, this position is responsible for performing technical and administrative duties related to capital construction projects including investigating and resolving construction related concerns. These projects may include trails, parks, general open space, and minor structures such as shelters, culverts and retaining walls. **GENERAL DUTIES** Receive, investigate and resolve construction concerns from businesses and residents. Receive and investigate inquiries from staff, public, other departments, contractors, elected officials, utilities and suppliers in support of project managers. Arrange for investigations and material testing such as concrete, asphalt and soil. Write and interpret reports, compose correspondence, compile statistics, track construction warranty periods Notify utilities, Ministry of Labour, residents and businesses of construction projects. Input, manipulate and retrieve construction information data. Visit sites where needed. Schedule pre-construction meetings; take and transcribe minutes. Arrange for sign boards, baseline surveys and pre-construction videos. Complete forms such as final report, accidents and overtime. Maintain records such as correspondence and report files. Prepare work schedules for capital projects. Oversee the section’s activities as they relate to construction preparation and construction. Compile City contracts, maintain standards inventory, assemble tenders. Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position. **QUALIFICATIONS** - Demonstrated knowledge of the theories and practices landscape architecture usually acquired by obtaining a degree in landscape architecture or a Diploma in landscape Technology or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. - Eligibility for membership in the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects is considered an asset. - Demonstrated ability to investigate and resolve construction complaints, manipulate computerized construction data and write and interpret technical reports. - Demonstrated ability to arrange for pre-construction meetings and prepare associated documentation. - Demonstrated ability to organize multiple construction projects for more than one project manager and prioritize assignments. - Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form with the general public and private sector. - Must understand the processes of tendering and constructed municipal public open spaces such as parks and trails. - Experience in a computerized environment. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Fast Track and Microstation programs. - Must have a Class "G" Licence with provision of a vehicle for use on the job. **THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS "G" DRIVER'S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.** **SALARY**:Salary Grade I **Hours**:35 per week **THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.** Disclaimer: **Terms**: The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process,