Technologist 2

Job Description

Job title: Technologist 2

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Job description: Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of
Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a
comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees.
These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision
care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally,
we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure
that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in
their careers.
Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we
offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at We take pride in fostering safe, and
healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full
potential.
Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work,
or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and
approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely
are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return
to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend
meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.
The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce
that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications
are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be
underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized
Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers
are encouraged to self-declare.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring
process.
Preference to internal applicants may be applied.
Job Profile
Under the general guidance of the Design and Construction Engineer, the
Technologist 2 will conduct inspections, provide contract administration for
Capital Projects, prepare designs and specifications for upgrading watermain
and sewer projects and prepare cost estimates for Capital Projects.
As the Technologist 2, you will:
1. Conduct inspections for compliance with specifications and
Departmental standards for capital works, local improvements, and
selected operations and maintenance projects.
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2. Provide resident contract administrator duties for a variety of Capital
Estimate Projects undertaken by the Department.
3. Prepare design and specifications for the upgrading, replacement and
rehabilitating of watermain and sewer systems, and other projects as
assigned.
4. Prepare cost estimates for Capital Estimate Projects.
5. Carry out field-testing, investigations and inspections, as required.
6. Inspect work constructed for Capital Projects and under Development
Agreements to ensure compliance with Departmental and City
standards.
7. Respond to construction enquiries from developers, the general public
and other City departments.
8. Provide contract administration services by processing contract
documents such as progress estimates, contract change documents,
certificates, cost summaries, and project correspondence.
9. Review plans, specifications, and processes for conformance with
Departmental and City standards.
10. Represent the Department for capital works and local improvement
projects assigned to consultants, including attendance at site
meetings, reviewing and monitoring contract documentation and
contract changes.
11. Review drawings and specifications for in-house designs to ensure
adequate and applicable construction standards, methods and
materials are specified and to confirm bid ability and constructability.
12. Undertake and record detailed field measurements of newly
constructed infrastructure for the development of final record
drawings.
13. Perform other duties consistent with the classification, as required.
Your education and qualifications include:
1. Must be a graduate in Engineering Technology (Technologist Diploma –
Geomatics, Environmental, or Municipal preferred) from a recognized
Institute of Technology, such as Red River College.
2. Must be eligible for membership in C.T.T.A.M. (Certified Technicians &
Technologists Association of Manitoba) as a Certified Engineering
Technologist (C.E.T.) or Certified Applied Science Technologist
(A.Sc.T.).
3. A minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated experience in the
planning and design of water, wastewater, and land drainage systems.
4. Knowledge of the City’s water and sewer infrastructure and its
operation, including knowledge about current municipal rehabilitation
strategies and techniques.
5. Demonstrated ability to carry out project work as directed and to
prepare and complete required reports.
6. Demonstrated ability to conduct surveys using a variety of
technologies.
7. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, legal
descriptions and specifications, pertinent to the duties of the position.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computer software including,
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Access and AutoCad.
9. Knowledge of the department’s standards and specifications.
10. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
11. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in
writing.
12. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with colleagues, supervisors, management, other civic
department personnel, external sources and the public, in accordance
with the Respectful Workplace Standard.
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13. Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety
precautions, regulations and procedures that are applicable to the area
of work.
*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must
have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada.
Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic
assessment report issued by a recognized at application.
Conditions of employment:
1. The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in
Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their
responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
2. Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License.
The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in
force document upon request.
APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
1. Current resume (Required).
2. Proof of Technologist Diploma.
3. Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be
considered.
*Your application documents must clearly
indicate how you meet the qualifications of
the position.*
Online applications can be submitted at For
instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please
refer to or contact 311.
Hours of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday or as
required/assigned
Employee Group: CUPE
Position Reports To: Design and Construction Engineer
1. If and when this temporary position becomes permanent, the
successful applicant to this bulletin will automatically receive this
position and a further bulletin will not be necessary.
2. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine their
knowledge, abilities and skills as they relate to the qualifications of the

Location: Manitoba

Job date: Thu, 13 Mar 2025 04:37:50 GMT