Employment - ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST

Municipality of the County of Victoria

Full-Time Permanent Union

Weekdays

Description

The Municipality of the County of Victoria is hiring a full-time permanent Engineering Technologist based out of the Public Works Administration Building in Baddeck, Nova Scotia.

This position is responsible for providing engineering and technical support related to the design, construction, operation and maintenance of assigned public works operations and capital construction projects. The successful individual will be responsible for preparing tender plans, specifications and related documents, assisting with project management and contract administration, inspecting projects to ensure work is being done to specifications and budgetary guidelines, and other general office and field assignments.

Term: Full-time; permanent; unionized

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Rate: $42.50 per hour as per the collective agreement

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Group benefits (health, dental, life insurance, critical illness, LTD, EAP)
  • Employer matched pension plan
  • Three (3) weeks starting vacation
  • Paid holidays and sick leave
  • Wellness subsidy and initiatives

Qualifications:

  • Post-secondary diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or other related post-secondary education.
  • Certification as an Engineering Technician (CTech) or Technologist (CET) is a strong asset.
  • Three (3) to five (5) years of related experience. Experience in government is considered an asset.
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Training in accessibility standards and practices, such as Rick Hansen, or ability to obtain certification within a reasonable time.
  • Operator-in-training (OIT) certification in Water Treatment, Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection and Wastewater Treatment, or ability to obtain certification within a reasonable time.
  • Valid Nova Scotia Class 5 Driver’s License.

Detailed responsibilities, required abilities and working conditions can be found in the complete job description here: https://victoriacounty.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Engineering-Technologist.pdf

How To Apply

Municipality of the County of Victoria will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants can apply by submitting a cover letter and resume to jobs@victoriacounty.ca with the position title in the email subject line.

If you require assistance or an accommodation at any point throughout the application or recruitment process, please contact us in confidence to discuss at jobs@victoriacounty.ca or (902) 295-3651.

Closing date for this position is Monday, February 24, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest and effort but only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials as determined by the employer. Checks may include one, multiple, or all of the following: References, Proof of Education/Qualifications, Employment Verification, Criminal Record Check, and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Email Address: jobs@victoriacounty.ca Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Baddeck
County
Victoria County
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Municipality of the County of Victoria
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
Yes
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
Hourly
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$42.50/hour
Estimated Weekly Hours
35.00
Start Date
—
End Date
—
Language
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Posted on
February 13th 2025
Expires
February 24th 2025