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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Public Works Technologist
Posted on November 22, 2024 by Employer details City of New Westminster
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Great City, Great Work, Great Future!Public Works TechnologistNew Westminster, British ColumbiaEmployment StatusRegular Full-TimePay Range$46.07 -$54.44 per hour + comprehensive benefits packageClosing Date12/8/24Apply NowNumber of Openings: 1Hours per Week: 35 hours per week.Employee Group: CUPE, Local 387Location: City Hall: 511 Royal AveCompetition #: 787Additional Details: The City of New Westminster is looking for a dedicated Public Works Technologist to join the Engineering Department's fast-paced, innovative, and evolving Engineering Development Services team. This role will be vital in ensuring compliance with municipal construction standards, safety regulations, and project specifications. Reporting to the Engineering Development Services Supervisor, the Public Works Technologist will work independently while collaborating closely with the Engineering Operations team to support various public works initiatives. As a Public Works Technologist, you will be responsible for overseeing and inspecting development construction projects to ensure they meet our rigorous standards. Your duties will include conducting site inspections, coordinating with contractors and engineers, maintaining detailed records, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory requirements. A thorough understanding of construction practices and municipal regulations are essential for success in this role. Effective communication skills, (both written and verbal) as well as well-honed skills in public engagement and successful conflict resolution, are an absolute must for this position.REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a Diploma in Engineering Technology or an Engineering Degree, plus considerable related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Full membership or eligibility for full membership in ASTTBC or EGBC. British Columbia Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead certification (BC-CESCL). Considerable knowledge of municipal engineering design principles, standards, and methods, engineering mathematics and of the applicable Engineering Department policies, procedures, standards and bylaws. Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, and equipment used in the construction and installation of municipal services and facilities, such as sewers, waterworks, roads, concrete structures, and underground services. Considerable knowledge of the practices and methods used to inspect, regulate, and coordinate construction and installation projects conducted by contractors in accordance with the Master Municipal Construction Documents. Thorough understanding of basic engineering and survey principles, ASTM & CSA specifications, Master Municipal Construction Documents, and City specifications and bylaws. Ability to inspect development projects at various stages, documenting observations and ensuring compliance with specifications. Ability to accurately maintain detailed records of inspections, including photographic documentation and Daily Inspection Reports, requiring a high proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel) and familiarity with field inspection tools and documentation practices. Sound knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in the construction of municipal utilities and of survey methods and functions. Sound knowledge of the functions and responsibilities of various internal departments and external agencies as related to the work performed. Sound knowledge of safety procedures and WorkSafeBC regulations, including Erosion and Sediment Control. Ability to inspect, administer and coordinate assigned engineering projects, collect, analyze and/or synthesize technical, statistical, costing and related data and information. Ability to address and resolve resident complaints related to third-party activities while ensuring adherence to permit requirements and safety regulations for work within rights of way. Ability to establi- LocationNew Westminster, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$46.07HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #99729
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