Engineering Technician II

at  City of Thorold

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum three (3) year Community College diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field
Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation
Minimum of four to five (4-5) years’ experience in municipal engineering or related field.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Required to work under the direction of the Manager of Engineering with considerable independence of action.
Work performed in an office environment with field inspections as required. Work involves mental and visual
concentration with some interruptions. Valid driver’s licence required. Overtime is required at various times of
the year. Good written and verbal communication skills required. Must be able to deal effectively with the general
public.
The above statement reflects the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job. Other
related duties can only be considered part of the job if they directly relate to the primary function contained
herein. A detailed job description can be found at www.thorold.ca/jobs
Location: Municipal Operations Centre, Thorold
Rate of pay: $39.04 - $39.82 per hour
Position Type: Full time permanent, unionized position
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week. 7:30am - 4:00pm Monday to Friday
Interested candidates are invited to submit their detailed resume and cover letter to the Human Resources
department, via hr@thorold.ca no later than Sunday October 6, 2024. Please indicate the position you are
applying to in the email subject line. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the
City accommodates the individual needs of all applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection
and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process,
please inform staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Act and will be used for employment assessment purposes

Administers, prepares, co-ordinates requirements and reviews designs, reports, specifications and any
documentation related to construction projects and land development proposals under the supervision
of the Project Manager
Administer and provide effective project and contract management on various capital projects, under
the supervision of the Project Manager
Review draft agreements and administer finalized agreements
Assist the Project Manager in the management of consultants
Review consultants’ work from a technical perspective to ensure that their designs are complete and
meet corporate standards and all terms of reference.
Conducts surveys, investigations, and studies for a variety of proposals, programs, land development
applications and projects pertaining to the City’s facilities and infrastructure.
Programs, operates and maintains a variety of mechanical, digital, analogue, wireless, computerized
and other equipment and systems in performing surveys, drafting, calculations, diagnostics, repairs,
studies, etc.
Analyze construction methods and advise/implement most cost effective and efficient process under the
supervision of the Project Manager
Complete technical review of engineering drawings and calculations submitted by consulting engineers
under the supervision of the Project Manager
Assist Project Manager on technical matters regarding design, traffic data, by-laws, tendering and
reports to Council
Monitor status of on-going projects, securities and expiration dates and make recommendations in co-
operation with the Financial Management Services Department
Investigates, develops, recommends or approves adaptation or modification to technical methods or
procedures to deal with deviations from accepted standards, precedents or situations under the
supervision of the Project Manager
Assist with the preparation of proposals for future projects under the supervision of the Project Manager
Assist in the preparation of tenders/quotes/RFP’s and cost estimates
Assist in the management of tenders and quotes, both those prepared by consultants, and those
prepared by County staff.
Reviews payment certificates, change orders, purchase orders, and invoices for contractors and
consultants for work performed, correctness and progress of work, and recommends to Manager for
approval.
Ensure that all necessary approvals and financial requirements are met prior to commencement of
servicing work under subdivision or site plan agreements and special development and re-development
programs under the supervision of the Project Manager
Ensure adequate site inspections and work is carried out in a satisfactory manner
Checks and provides progress/inspection reports on the work of contractors and developers to ensure
adherence to approved designs, procedures, regulations, statutes, specifications etc.
Aids in the Preparation of reports for the Planning and Building Services Department on the following
applications: (a) Land Division Committee applications (b) Zoning by-law amendment applications (c)
Committee of Adjustment applications and (d) Niagara Escarpment Commission applications with
regard to servicing
Liaise with other municipal departments/sections as well as outside agencies (NPCA, NEC, MTO,
MOE, Niagara Region Public Works Department, etc) on matters requiring expertise in the area of
grading, site services or development type agreements
Respond to inquiries, resolve complaints and provide information on municipal development related
matters at the office and in the field
Complete other tasks as specifically assigned by the Manager of Engineering
Other duties as require