civil engineering technician

Overview

Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations
• Prepare project schedules
• Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, technical investigations and testing of construction materials

Experience and specialization

Resource usage and environmental studies

• Environmental assessment

Computer and technology knowledge

• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Project
• MS Word

Civil engineering experience

• Drainage and irrigation system
• Sewers and sewage treatment facilities
• Water control system and structures

Specialization or experience

• Specialized environmental skills and knowledge

Area of specialization

• Water resources

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Handling heavy loads
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Leadership
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan