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BC Local Government Job Posting Service
Town of Sidney
Senior Engineering Technician
Wage range: $50.62-$54.99/hour
The Town of Sidney, located on the Saanich Peninsula, is a vibrant waterfront community with a population of almost 12,000. The Town provides a high energy, creative and collegial work environment that supports balanced professional and personal activities.
As a team leader under the general direction of the Manager of Engineering, the Senior Engineering Technician coordinates the day-to-day operations and provides support to the various functions of the Engineering Department. The position entails technical work in civil engineering technology, involving both field and office assignments, for municipal infrastructure projects: roads, sidewalks, curbs and gutters, waterworks, sanitary and storm sewers, park improvements, etc. The duties of this position include: review and preparation of construction drawings, surveys, cost estimates, inspection services, and liaison with contractors, other municipal staff, and the public. This position also assists with coordination of the department’s work with other divisions and oversees the work of Engineering Technicians. Considerable independence, judgment and problem solving is required. Thorough knowledge of municipal engineering practices and procedures, materials, methods, and use of equipment is required.
Applicants are required to possess a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology; eligible for membership in the Society of Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of BC, as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT), and a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in civil engineering technology, preferably in a municipal environment.
A detailed job description is available on the Town’s website at www.sidney.ca.
This is a regular, full-time CUPE Local 374 union position with a competitive wage and benefits package.
Please submit your cover letter and resume, quoting: Competition #2024-U09, at email: [email protected].
Posting will remain open until filled. Review of applications begins on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected to participate in the competition process will be contacted.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $50.62 to $54.99 Hour
