Journeyperson or Apprentice Water Engineering Technologist

Enwin Utilities • Windsor, ON

1d • CA$40 - CA$45 • Onsite

About The Position

ENWIN Utilities Ltd. is seeking a Journeyperson or Apprentice Water Engineering Technologist for a temporary contract position in Windsor, ON. Reporting to the Supervisor Capital Projects, the successful applicant will be responsible for protecting the quality and integrity of the existing water distribution system by overseeing and inspecting all facets of new watermain capital works projects and associated work in the City of Windsor. This role involves site inspections, recording project quantities, monitoring chlorine residuals, reporting water quality incidents, operating valves and hydrants, performing watermain/water service locating and repairs, providing on-site technical support, compiling data, sketching and preparing project testing schematic diagrams, coordinating scheduling, preparing engineering data, quantity and cost estimates, contract documents, and designs for new watermain construction, and assisting Geomatics Technicians. The hours of work are 7:30 am – 3:30 pm. The Apprentice Water Engineering Technologist position involves completing a 4,000-hour apprenticeship program, with duties progressing as practical experience and training are gained. Progression depends on satisfactory performance and completion of training objectives.

Requirements

• Three (3) year Civil or Mechanical Engineering Technologist diploma from a recognized Community College, and/or recognized OACETT CET Certification (Civil or Mechanical), or other related discipline, with more than 3 years of similar or related experience, preferably in Watermain Construction Inspection, OR, a two (2) year Civil or Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma from a recognized Community College, and/or OACETT CTech Certification (Civil or Mechanical), or other related discipline, with more than 5 years of similar or related experience, preferably in Watermain Construction Inspection.
• Water Distribution Operator License Level 1 – Ontario Drinking Water Operator Certificate is required to be fully qualified.
• Ability to read and interpret industry standard construction drawings, specifications, documentation and practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with ENWIN/WUC, City of Windsor and construction industry standards, regulations as well as job costs/tendering practices and procedures.
• Familiarity with varying tools and technology used to capture necessary job information (i.e. still/video camera, Trimble R12i GPS data collector, Enterprise Software, etc.) for as-built records and payment certificates.
• Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD, Excel, SAP, ESRI and Microsoft Outlook systems.
• Leadership, project management skills and organizational ability are required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with co-workers, other departments and the public.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Valid Class "G" driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Water Distribution Subsystem Operator-in-Training (OIT) Certificate is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Performing site inspections on all ongoing projects and contract work
• Recording project quantities for monthly progress payments
• Monitoring daily chlorine residuals
• Reporting Adverse Water Quality Incidents
• Operating valves and hydrants
• Performing watermain/water service locating and repairs as required
• Providing on-site technical support and direction as required
• Compiling and recording data related to site activities, anomalies and progress
• Sketching, preparing and distributing project testing schematic diagrams
• Co-ordinating scheduling
• Preparing necessary engineering data, quantity and cost estimates, contract documents and designs for new watermain construction
• Assisting Geomatics Technicians as required

Benefits

• ENWIN believes there is significant value in the diversity within our workforce and we are committed to continually enhancing and improving diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.
• As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment opportunities and believe that strength flows from our individual differences and enables us to effectively serve our community.
• ENWIN Utilities Ltd. provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please advise the Human Resources Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree