Engineering Technologist
Municipality of North Grenville
POSTING #: PW-2025-001
North Grenville is a growing municipality located in eastern Ontario housing a unique blend of small town and rural culture. Comprised of an urban centre (Kemptville) and surrounded by several charming rural hamlets, North Grenville is situated between Canada’s National Capital – Ottawa and the St. Lawrence River, only a 30-minute drive along the Veterans Memorial Highway (416), to either destination. Alternatively, for a more leisure journey, North Grenville offers the historic Rideau River managed by Parks Canada.
Application:
The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill the full-time position of Engineering Technologist. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualifications in confidence to Human Resources by 4 PM, Friday, March 7th, 2025. Please quote “PW-2025-001”.
Email:
Mail: Municipality of North Grenville
285 County Road 44, P.O. Box 130
Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Engineering Coordinator, the position carries out capital and maintenance design, inspection and tracking services.
Qualifications:
• Post-Secondary education in Civil Engineering required
• Three (3) years of experience working with roads, bridges, stormwater systems, municipal water and sewer systems
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance of municipal infrastructure
• Eligible for CET designation
• Valid “G” license with clean driver’s abstract
• Strong ability to complete engineering reviews of development proposals for subdivisions and site plans
• Demonstrated ability to manage service, maintenance and/or construction contracts in a municipal environment
• Demonstrated computer literacy in a Microsoft environment and demonstrated experience with database management, AutoCAD, GIS and other relevant software programs
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills, excellent written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
Position Description:
General:
• Review development proposals, site plans and subdivision agreements for compliance with technical design, engineering and legislative standards
• Facilitate the identification of technical/engineering requirements related to facilities, roads, landfills, stormwater systems, water and sewer, and incorporates cost estimates into operating and capital budgets
• Identify technical/engineering requirements related to facilities, roads, landfills, stormwater management, water and sewer for inclusion in annual departmental work programs
• Assist with the development and implementation of technical/engineering policies, procedures and guidelines in accordance with applicable by-laws, regulations and statutes
• Develop and evaluate construction and service contracts, tenders, invitations to quote and requests for proposal for technical/engineering/professional services
• Manage and direct consultants, independent contractors and Public Works staff in the completion of approved roads, landfills, stormwater systems, facilities, water and sewer service contracts and projects
• Maintain roads, stormwater management, water and sewer records using GIS, AutoCad or similar systems
• Apply various surveying techniques and conduct analysis and interpretation.
• Assist with operational staff regarding roads, water and wastewater infrastructure maintenance as required
• Assist Asset Management with updating infrastructure inventories
• Participate in committee and departmental meetings as required
Working Conditions
• Regularly working outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions
• Exposure to elements such as inclement weather (heat & cold), chemicals, dust, garbage, water and wastewater treatment environment and noise
• Work overtime hours as required
• Some travel involved outside of the Municipality for meetings, conferences and training as required
• Lifting up to 50lbs
Compensation:
• The salary for this position ranges from $66,685.00 to $83,356.00 annually.
• Based on a 35-hour work week. Regular office hours are Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
The preferred candidate must be willing to provide a criminal background check prior to any employment offer. We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The Municipality of North Grenville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and any other applicable legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.
