Job Description

Engineering Technologist I - III

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Full-time Unionized Job Vacancy

Competition #25-16

POSITION TITLE

: Engineering Technologist

DEPARTMENT

: Development Services

HOURS OF WORK

: Full-time (40 hours per week)

POSTING DATE:

July 18, 2025

CLOSING DATE:

August 1, 2025

HOURLY RATE:

$39.41 - $41.02 (2025)



Surrounded by mountain ranges and beautiful lakes and rivers, Smithers is a northern gem. The town has a population of around 5,400 and is a service hub for the surrounding region comprised of approximately 15,000 people.



Residents enjoy four seasons of recreational activities; including a ski hill within half an hour of town, world-class fishing, backcountry and cross-country skiing, hunting, golfing and alpine trails for hiking and horseback riding, along with a lively music scene, boutique shopping, an art gallery and museum, an aquatic centre, and numerous family-friendly activities.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Reporting to the Director of Development Services, the Engineering Technologist provides a variety of engineering technical services for the Town of Smithers.



Qualifications for an Engineering Technologist III include five years in Civil or Municipal Engineering Technology, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Candidates with lesser experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered at a Level I ($39.41) or Level II ($40.12).

Qualifications include:

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology Valid Class 5 Drivers License WHMIS, Traffic Control, First Aid Water Sewer Storm, Surveying, Computer Design and Drafting, eligibility for membership as an Applied Science Technologist with ASTTBC



For complete details of this position, please refer to the attached s.

PERKS AND BENEFITS:

The Town of Smithers offers a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits package, Municipal Pension Plan, and 15 days of paid vacation for the first year worked.



Further information, including a complete job description, is available on the Town of Smithers website:

www.smithers.ca

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Testing may be required during the interview process. Testing will be based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications outlined in the job descriptions.



Qualified candidates may forward their application package including cover letter, resume and three references, quoting Competition #25-16, no later than

4:00 p.m., Friday, August 1, 2025

, to:

Human Resources Confidential:

Competition 25-16

Town of Smithers

Box 879, 1027 Aldous Street

Smithers, BC V0J 2N0

careers@smithers.ca

The Town of Smithers thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.



The Town of Smithers is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Engineering Technologist I

Engineering Technologist II

Engineering Technologist III


Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years


Experience : 5 years or more