Job Description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.


As the Geospatial Technician, you will create and maintain corporate geospatial data that is required by various City of Calgary business units and Geographical Information Systems (GIS) consultants, utility companies, and Calgary Regional Partners. In this role, you will use mainly MicroStation and AutoCAD and various other data technologies for the creation of: Drawings, cartography, datasets, property and building records, and other spatial data creation and maintenance functions. Primary duties include:

Create and maintain CAD drawings, datasets, maps, and standard drawings using mainly MicroStation. Apply knowledge of CAD standards, cartography, and other standards in a CAD environment when creating Drawings, maps, datasets, or tabular information based on client requests. Apply knowledge of construction utility drawings and interpretation of construction details and As-built block profiles using MicroStation. Complete quality assurance according to procedures, manuals, standards and guidelines. Maintain file management systems; track projects and service time using time management software.

Qualifications

A completed 2-year diploma in Geomatics Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Design and Drafting Technology, Applied GIS, Architectural Technology or a related discipline. Working knowledge of MicroStation and AutoCAD. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Knowledge with Water, Sanitary and Storm utility drafting will be considered an asset. You work effectively individually and in a team environment. You demonstrate strong organizational skills to accomplish client and business unit goals and objective.

Workstyle

This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.


Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Collaboration, Analytics and Innovation

Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 18 months)
Location: 480, 36 Ave. S.E.

Compensation: Pay Grade 7 $35.45- 47.43 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: November 3, 2025

Job ID #: 312764