Eng & Survey Tech 1(A)-(B)-2(A)-(B)-(C) (Term) (Bible Hill)

The Government of Nova Scotia•Bible Hill, NS

8d•CA$1,905 - CA$2,945•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Public Works supports Nova Scotia’s 23,000 kilometers of roads and highways and 4,100 bridges. We are responsible for managing major capital construction projects, snow and ice control services, along with road maintenance and repair services. We’re recruiting for an Engineering and Survey Technician to support the Western District. If you’re looking for an opportunity to explore the outdoors and beauty of Nova Scotia, and watch your hands-on experiences come to life as you support the development and construction of various projects, then this is the opportunity for you. As the Engineering and Survey Technician, you will be working within the Maintenance & Operations Division. In this role you will be conducting a broad range of surveying and engineering related duties in conjunction with the administration, maintenance and operations of highways and bridges.

Requirements

Graduation from a two (2) year Survey or Civil Technology course.
A Certified Engineering Technologist in a related field with related experience construction, maintenance, or planning will be considered.
Frequent travel throughout your assigned area is a component of this position; as such, you must have a valid driver's license and access to a reliable motor vehicle.
Self-motivated individual who works well independently with minimal supervision.
Participate fully as an effective team player.
Experienced with current AutoCAD™ software packages designed for use in a surveying or engineering environment.
Familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and safe working practices.
Experience in the use of spreadsheet software, word processing, and email applications.
Consistently maintain a professional and courteous disposition and hold a high standard for client and customer service.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing, develop strong relationships with clients, and think and act proactively is essential to your success.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the various aspects of bridge and highway construction design standards, contract specifications, the Land Surveyors Act and familiarity working in a union environment would be considered assets.
Familiarity with watercourse alteration and fish passage design guidelines would also be considered assets.

Responsibilities

Reviewing and administering Work Within Highway Right-of Way Permits and assessing subdivision/development plans.
Assisting with contract administration and collecting, compiling and presenting data collected during field work and determining quantities of materials for use on projects.
Assisting supervisors and managers with maintenance project planning, designs, permitting and oversight.
Conducting field surveys to confirm property and highway boundaries.
Collecting field survey data with GPS and total station equipment, plotting and preparing CAD drawings and sketches.
Maintaining and disseminating signage and pavement marking plans, highway right-of-way plans, and other official records.
Coordinating winter salt management.
Periodically confirming accurate inventory levels during summer and winter operations.
Assessing lot access, road frontage and preparing response letters for subdivision applications.
Providing surveys, calculations and preparing permits for environmental work such as culverts, shoreline protection projects.
Reviewing and updating road lists.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Health
Dental
Life Insurance
General illness
Short and Long Term Disability
Vacation
Employee and Family Assistance Programs
Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
Countless career paths.
Monthly car allowance is available for Public Works Engineering Survey Technicians.