Engineering Design Technician I or II

Engineering Design Technician I or II - (1257)

Close Date

September 30, 2024

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody everyday. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

The City of Kamloops is looking for a highly skilled Engineering Design Technician II who is proficient in using AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D design software to complete complex municipal design and drafting projects. Your projects will revolve around designs such as roads/sidewalks/muti-use paths/roundabouts, water/sanitation mains and storm drainage featuring green infrastructure. This position provides detailed information on service locations to field crews and the public as well as produces and files record drawings. We are looking for a well-organized, motivated individual who has a high degree of visual and mental concentration.

If you are looking to join a diverse team of driven individuals who take pride and have a vision to make the City a better place, we have a lot to offer. We have modified work schedules, opportunities for learning and advancement, possibility to work extra time, emphasis on your well being and safety, and a competitive benefits package.

If you share in our corporate values of resiliency, purpose, trust, inclusivity, health conscious, and cooperation, and are interested in contributing to the development of our community in a meaningful way, then the Engineering Design Technician II position will be the position for you!

Our preference is to hire an Engineering Design Technician II, however, we may hire an Engineering Design Technician I if there are no qualified candidates. Please see the qualifications below and attached job descriptions for more information on both positions.

The successful candidate for an Engineering Design Technician II must have the following qualifications ($42.62/hour):

• Completion of secondary school or its equivalent.
• Completion of a two-year Computer Aided Design and Drafting program OR a two-year Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum three years' previous experience in municipal design using AutoCAD and Autodesk Civil 3D design software.
• Ability to acquire certification as a Civil Technologist (AScT) or a Civil Technician (CTech) with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia within 12 months.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.
   

The successful candidate for an Engineering Design Technician I must have the following qualifications ($35.55/hour):

• Completion of secondary school or its equivalent.
• Completion of a two-year Computer Aided Design and Drafting program OR a Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum six months' previous experience in municipal design using AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D-based civil design software.
• Eligible for certification as a Technologist or a Technician with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia within 12 months.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position.

This position will remain open until filled. 

Hours & Days of Work

Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (summer)8:30 AM – 4:30 PM (winter)With the ability to apply for a modified schedule (8:00-4:30) allowing for one day off every third week

35

Hourly Rate

$42.62 or $35.55

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by email at [email protected] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements for each job you apply. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted. 
Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers.

Human Resources
105 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC V2C 2C6