Right-of-Way Activity; ROWA Technician Co-op Student

Position: Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op Student

Right-of-Way Activity (ROWA) Technician Co-op Student

Co-op Student

Barrie, Ontario

Apply Now Posting Number: COOP-26-16
Job Type: Co-op,
Full-time, Up to 8 Months, Union
Salary Range: $17.60 to $23.82 per hour
Posted:
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Final date to receive applications:

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:59 pm
The Opportunity The Traffic Services Branch is within the Development Services Department. This branch is responsible for traffic administration, roadway illumination, roadway traffic signage, project signing, traffic control signals, pavement markings, traffic safety and guide rails and railway crossing maintenance. This branch also administers the annual traffic calming program (i.e., speed cushions), and reviews the collision database for all reported collisions in Barrie.

In addition to traffic duties, this branch is also responsible for all Right-of-Way activities, including issuing municipal consents and Right-of-Way Activity permits, conducting Right-of-Way Activity inspections where required, and taking charge of the City's Graffiti Abatement Program. The Corporation of the City of Barrie has a work experience placement opportunity for a student currently enrolled in an Advanced College Program to assist in the Traffic Services Branch.

The successful applicant to this position will perform and/or assist with the following tasks:

Assist in the review and approval of right of way activity permit applications to ensure the protections of municipal infrastructure, including concrete, asphalt, sewers and boulevards

Assist in the review and approval of Municipal Consent applications related to third party utilities

Review traffic protection plans and detour routes to ensure they are in accordance with OTM Book 7 and support the City’s transportation network

Assist with the coordination of special event road closures with the Community Events Coordinator, Barrie Transit, Emergency Services, and all other parties involved in the event

Assist in the review and approval of restaurant patio right of way activity permits as they relate to the Downtown Patio Program

Our Culture and Qualifications of the Job
Corporate Culture: Your workplace values align with our corporate values of Strive, Share and Care and you want to join us in providing exceptional services and programs to build a prosperous, growing and sustainable community. Equally important to what we do is how we do it - your actions reflect our core accountabilities of Personal Awareness, Teamwork and Collaboration, Respect and Inclusion, Innovation, and Service Excellence, which define how we work together to succeed.

Education (degree/diploma/certifications)

Currently enrolled in a recognized College or University Co-op program, preferably in Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related Civil program

Completed at least one (1) year of a related post-secondary program at a recognized College or University

Knowledge/Skill/Ability

Basic engineering and plan review skills

Strong computer skills, including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Well-organized self-starter with the ability to work well without close supervision

Conditions of Employment

Valid Ontario Class “G” Drivers Licence in good standing, with reliable vehicle to use on corporate business (travel reimbursement will be provided)

CSA-approved safety footwear in good condition

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check*

* Please note that this is a requirement for any new employees to the City of Barrie in accordance with the Police Record Check Policy
. Existing employees who have met this criteria will be exempt from this requirement.
Location: Operations Center, 165 Ferndale Drive North, Barrie, Ontario Hours: The normal hours of work are 40 hours per week in accordance with the Collective Agreement Wage: $17.60 to $23.82 per hour What We Offer: This position includes optional enrollment in the OMERS Primary pension plan, prorated paid sick time based on the expected duration of employment and in accordance with the Employment Standards Act, access to the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP),…