Water Engineering Technician

3 days ago

Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, Canada PUC Services Inc. Full-time

As the Engineering Technician (Water)

  • Design of Water Distribution Facilities.
  • Prepare preliminary layout and detailed drawings from sketches or written data.
  • Review the design and perform the inspection of water distribution systems.
  • Prepare and evaluate construction tenders and perform layout and minor survey work, inspect, verify, and certify contractor installations and, if necessary, authorize minor changes during construction as needed.
  • Analyze final project costs and investigate variances.
  • Provide Engineering oversight to commission new watermains including witnessing hydrostatic testing, flushing and disinfection requirements, and collection of bacteriological samples for lab analysis.
  • Conduct a variety of activities to maintain accurate and up-to-date records for the daily operations of the various utilities and to ensure accurate archives are maintained for future reference.
  • Respond to customer queries or complaints and employ tact and diplomacy to resolve issues.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology; or equivalent which is a combination of relevant education and related experience normally acquired by working in a civil engineering, municipal or utility workplace for a minimum of 5 years.
  • Sound working knowledge of engineering principles related to Water Distribution Systems.
  • Proficient at reading and interpreting civil and electrical drawings.
  • AutoCAD and GIS skills.
  • Proficient in computerized systems, such as Microsoft Office.
  • Strong interpretive and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must hold and maintain a valid Ontario driver's license.