About this role
Engineering TechnologistCompetition # 26-155 Status: Temporary Full-TimeDepartment: EngineeringSalary: $47.02 - $55.55 per hourClosing: September 20, 2026We strive for excellence as we deliver vital municipal services with innovation, accountability and efficiency to meet the needs of the community now and into the future. Be part of our story. Come grow with us!POSITION OVERVIEW The Engineering Technologist role may include reviewing subdivision, rezoning, development and building permit applications to ensure compliance with municipal bylaws, policies and technical requirements, including site grading and servicing design standards. Responsibilities may include assessing impacts on existing infrastructure, conducting site inspections, issuing applicable permits, and providing technical guidance to internal departments, property owners, developers, consultants, contractors and the public. What You?ll Do:Reviews designs for municipal infrastructure, including roads, sidewalks, storm and sanitary sewers, drainage systems, street lighting, and water distribution systems; ensures plans comply with municipal bylaws, policies and engineering standards. Reviews engineering construction plans associated with subdivision, rezoning, development and building permit applications; evaluates site grading, servicing and infrastructure impacts; and ensures compliance with applicable bylaws, policies and technical requirements. Conducts field inspections to assess construction progress, verify compliance with approved plans and standards, identify deficiencies and investigate matters related to drainage, site grading, soil stability and related municipal engineering regulations.Provides technical guidance and interpretation of municipal engineering requirements, policies and procedures to internal departments, developers, consultants, contractors, utility providers, property owners and the public. Prepares and maintains records, reports, correspondence and documentation related to development applications, site inspections and regulatory matters; develops recommendations based on infrastructure analysis and servicing impacts. Reviews and recommends updates to policies, procedures, servicing standards and related bylaws; provides technical input into infrastructure planning initiatives and continuous improvement of municipal engineering practices. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESConsiderable knowledge of municipal design, engineering standards and land servicing requirements, including relevant bylaws, policies, regulations and permitting processes. Considerable knowledge of methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the design, construction and installation of municipal utilities such as roads, water, stormwater and sanitary systems, including soil mechanics, stabilization and erosion control. Sound knowledge of engineering practices and the interpretation of engineering plans, specifications, contract documents and related technical data. Sound knowledge of engineering and mapping software including CAD and GIS computerized mapping principles, techniques and related software. Ability to read, interpret and apply municipal bylaws, subdivision and zoning regulations, the BC Building Code and other relevant legislation such as the Local Government Act and Community Charter. Ability to plan, research, develop, schedule, and administer capital and development infrastructure projects, including preparing cost estimates, managing budgets and coordinating tendering processes, while ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and regulatory requirements. Ability to prepare, review and interpret engineering designs, plans, and technical drawings for accuracy and compliance with standards. Ability to analyze infrastructure capacities, evaluate development impacts and prepare detailed reports with recommendations.Ability to provide technical advice, direction and interpretation of engineering and land development requirements to develop