Job Description

Job Brief

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The Engineering Technician (Public Works) is responsible for various engineering related duties and projects within the City of Kawartha Lakes' Public Works department, Roads Operations division.



Employment Status:

Permanent Full time

Union:

CUPE 855 Inside

Open To:

Internal/External Applicant(s)

Closing Date:
Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Wage $37.44 - $40.50 hourly (2025)


Reports to Supervisor, Technical Roads Operations


Department Public Works


Location Roads Operations (West B). Lindsay, ON.


Hours Normal Working Hours are 40 hours per week


Other General office environment. Travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes in accordance with job requirements.

Review and assess commercial and residential property entrance permits including, but not limited to, sight distance measurements and calculations, culvert sizing, type and entrance dimensions Provide basic survey and GIS support to Area Managers/Supervisors as assigned; including, but not limited to, determination of grades, site plan generation using survey or digital aerial photography and property line location Assist and provide support in regard to drainage issues, the Ontario Traffic Manual and budget or financial analysis of work Liaise with other divisions relating to sanitary sewer or water projects, as assigned Provide engineering and technical support with a focus on operations, capital and asset management programs, including: project management and inspection services, preparation of specifications and contract documents, coordinating preparation of construction drawings, payment certificates and project process draws Assist with the collection and analysis of field construction reports Review geotechnical consultant reports Inspection of water distribution system, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer upgrades and road improvements Maintain plans, maps, drawings and other records reflecting the municipal infrastructure Collect field data for 'as constructed' plans Perform pre-engineering and construction surveys for capital improvement projects Coordinate traffic related activities Review and prepare comments for all applications for development within the City using the City's Standards Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills/Education Required

Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering or a related field Minimum 2 years of related progressive experience, preferably in a municipal environment Working toward certification with the Ontario Association of Certified Technicians and Technologists Proficiency in Total Station Surveys and layout Experience in the specific area of specialty, Public Works roads operations Demonstrated professional and ethical responsibility to protect privacy, use confidential information appropriately, treat sensitive situations with appropriate degree of tact and discretion Demonstrated customer-service and interpersonal skills at a level to develop and to maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, and the ability to deal with multiple demands Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organizational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management Demonstrated ability to understand and abide by municipal policies and procedures Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, the internet, and any other related software Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence Upon conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check will be required. * Applicants must also be prepared for skill testing during the recruitment process.