Capital Construction Technologist

Reporting to the Manager Roads and Infrastructure the Construction Compliance Technologist is responsible for helping plan and administer the City’s Capital Roads Program, ensuring infrastructure is installed meeting City of Cranbrook standards and meets all applicable bylaws and good engineering standards.
The incumbent assists with inspections on new Subdivisions, and the maintenance/operation of the City’s Asset Management Program.
POSTING TYPE   External
POSITION TYPE   Full-time
HOURS OF WORK   35- hour work week, as per schedule
HOURLY RATE   $52.3539 - $54.3632 per hour, Pay Grade 15 - Schedule  A  Inside Employees
EDUCATION     Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution
LICENSES / CERTIFICATES     Valid Class Five (5) Driver's License
EXPERIENCE     Three (3) years' experience of field construction inspection in the areas of asphalt, concrete, road works, sewer and storm systems.
SPECIFIC SKILLS     Proficient in computer use, including modelling software, spreadsheets, and word processing, etc.
Proficient in estimating, measuring and recording quantities of materials.
Proficient in daily recording of construction activities in clear and concise manner.
Proficient in survey layout.
Knowledge of Provincial/Federal regulations and guidelines affecting municipal construction activities.
Must have the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, tender documents and specifications and conduct field survey layout work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy in dealing with members of the public, other agencies and staff.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS     High degree of initiative and sound judgement.
Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established City policies and procedures;
WorkSafeBC
Possess working knowledge of City of Cranbrook Contract and Specifications for Municipal Services, MMCD standards, and general municipal engineering construction practices and procedures.
This position is privy to sensitive developer and consultant information; confidentiality is required.
Satisfactory Police Information Check required.