municipal engineering technologist iii

About Us:

As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.

At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together. We're proud to foster a workplace culture built on dedication, teamwork, and genuine care. Our commitment to creating a positive environment is reflected in our employee feedback from the 2025 Employee Engagement Survey, with 92.8% of employees saying they enjoy their work, and 92.6% feeling equipped with the resources they need to stay safe on the job.

If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we'd love to hear from you

The Opportunity:

The Engineering Services department has one opening for a Municipal Engineering Technologist III, also referred to externally as a Senior Civil Engineering Technologist, to join our team and support municipal infrastructure projects. The opportunity will focus on the inspection and acceptance of municipal infrastructure (water, wastewater, stormwater, roads, pathways, sidewalks, etc.) related to development. This includes review and approval of Construction Completion Certificates (CCC) and Final Acceptance Certificates (FAC).

Accountabilities may include but are not limited to:

• Field inspection of potable water, wastewater, stormwater, storm ponds, roads, sidewalks, pathways and overland drainage construction for compliance with municipal standards, approved drawings, and best practices.
• Working with land developers and their consultants to resolve deficiencies in constructed works and other items that arise during development related construction.
• Ensuring Erosion and Sediment Control measures are installed, as per approved plans, and are maintained in good condition.
• Review and approve CCC and FAC applications, including supporting documentation
• Review image-based inspections of sewers as part of the CCC/FAC process
• Coordinate inspection activities with other City departments as required
• Represent Engineering Services in external and internal meetings
• Mentor junior staff

You Bring:

• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution and registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T); or
• A Degree in Civil Engineering with designation as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), or Professional Licensee (P.L).
• A minimum of eight (8) years' experience related to civil engineering
• Candidates that do not meet these minimum requirements may be offered a Municipal Engineering Technologist II or I position.

Assets

• Demonstrated experience with field inspections/construction of municipal infrastructure such as deep utilities (water, wastewater, and stormwater) and road/surface works
• Previous experience reviewing and/or submitting CCC and FAC applications
• National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) certification would be considered an asset
• Certified Inspector of Sediment and Erosion Control (CISEC) or Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) certification would be considered an asset
• Ability to use AutoCAD and related software
• A valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License (or equivalent)
• Ability to manage your time to meet deadlines on a variety of projects concurrently
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to resolve conflict in a collaborative and productive manner
• Willingness to mentor junior staff

We Offer:

Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, our employees also enjoy:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, gym membership, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.

Additional Information:

The position is full time (37.5 hours per week) and a comprehensive benefits package is included.

Use of a corporate vehicle is required and the successful applicant must have a valid class 5 Alberta Driver's License (or equivalent).

Next Steps:

Candidates are invited to apply online. We only accept resumes and additional application documents through our online recruitment system. In-person applications, email or other online forms will not be considered.

If you require an accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process, please contact us at and we will work with you to meet your needs.

The City of Airdrie is committed to fostering a workplace culture where belonging, equity, accessibility, and diversity are deeply ingrained into all parts of the City, where employees feel they belong, are treated with respect, and where everyone can thrive and contribute to the City's success.

Postings close at 9 p.m. on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.

Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.

Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.

Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.