Civil Engineering Technicians Specific Skills

Assist in developing engineering specifications and drawings; Participate in field surveys, inspections or technical investigations

Civil Engineering Technologists Specific Skills

Prepare project schedules; Prepare engineering designs and drawings; Prepare construction specifications, costs and material estimates; Supervise or conduct field surveys, inspections, technical investigations and testing of construction materials

Personal Suitability

Initiative; Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Client focus; Judgement; Organized

Civil Engineering Experience

Waste handling sites; Sewers and sewage treatment facilities; Drainage and irrigation system

Ability to Supervise 1 to 2 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Handling heavy loads; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sound discrimination; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Standing for extended periods; Tight deadlines

Transportation/Travel Information Own vehicle

Work Site Environment Outdoors

Own Tools/Equipment Steel-toed safety boots

Security and Safety

Bondable; Criminal record check; Confidential security clearance

Area of Specialization

Water resources; Land planning and development; Construction design and supervision; Structural engineering

Additional Skills Read and interpret blueprints

Computer Systems

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; MS Access; MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; MS Word; AutoCAD; MS Outlook; MS Project

Experience 5 years or more

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Civil engineering technology¿(CVT)

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages English